JAMB Mathematics 2011 Question 6

Question 6

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Simplify (16/81)¼ ÷ (9/16)−½.

  1. A.2/3
  2. B.1/2
  3. C.8/9
  4. D.1/3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (1/2)

Explanation

(16/81)¼ = 2/3 and (9/16)−½ = 4/3. So 2/3 ÷ 4/3 = 1/2.