What is 5/3 of 14?

Often, in mathematics or everyday life, we need to find a fraction of a given number. For instance, how would you quickly calculate 5/3 of 14? We'll show you a straightforward method to achieve that.

How to calculate 5/3 of 14?

  1. Multiply the whole number by the numerator of the fraction: 14 × 5 = 70
  2. Divide this result by denominator of the fraction: 70/3 = 23.333333333333

Since 70/3 is an improper fraction, the result could also be expressed as a mixed number: 23 1/3

How does it work?

The principle behind finding a fraction of a number, such as 5/3 of 14, is rooted in the method of cross-multiplication.

Consider the following proportion: 5 3 = x 14 (where x represents 5/3 of 14)

  1. Using the cross-multiplication method, multiply both numerators by their opposite denominators: 5 × 14 = 3 x
  2. Which gives: 70 = 3 x
  3. Divide both sides by 3 to isolate x: 70 3 = 3 x 3
  4. Which gives the result: 70 3 = x

Thus, 5/3 of 14 is equal to 70/3 (or 23.333333333333 in its decimal form).