JAMB Mathematics 2012 Question 3

Question 3

Fractions, Decimals and Approximation

Simplify (2⅔ × 1½)/4⅘

  1. A.1¼
  2. B.1 1/6
  3. C.5/6
  4. D.4/5
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (5/6)

Explanation

2⅔ × 1½ = 8/3 × 3/2 = 4, and 4 ÷ 24/5 = 4 × 5/24 = 5/6.