Question 5
Fractions, Decimals and ApproximationFind the reciprocal of (2/3)/(1/2 + 1/3)
- A.4/9
- B.5/4
- C.2/9
- D.6/7
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (5/4)
Explanation
½ + ⅓ = 5/6, so the fraction is 2/3 ÷ 5/6 = 4/5. Its reciprocal is 5/4.
Find the reciprocal of (2/3)/(1/2 + 1/3)
Answer: B (5/4)
½ + ⅓ = 5/6, so the fraction is 2/3 ÷ 5/6 = 4/5. Its reciprocal is 5/4.