Question 3
Fractions, Decimals and ApproximationSimplify 7 1/12 − 4 3/4 + 2 1/2.
- A.4
- B.4 1/6
- C.4 5/6
- D.5 1/6
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (4 5/6)
Explanation
In twelfths: 85/12 − 57/12 + 30/12 = 58/12 = 4 5/6.
Simplify 7 1/12 − 4 3/4 + 2 1/2.
Answer: C (4 5/6)
In twelfths: 85/12 − 57/12 + 30/12 = 58/12 = 4 5/6.