JAMB Mathematics 2008 Question 3

Question 3

Fractions, Decimals and Approximation

Evaluate (3/8 ÷ 1/2 − 1/3)/(1/8 × 2/3 + 1/3)

  1. A.1/4
  2. B.1/3
  3. C.1/2
  4. D.1
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (1)

Explanation

Top: 3/4 − 1/3 = 5/12. Bottom: 1/12 + 1/3 = 5/12. So the value is 1.