Math Problem Statement

What is the additive inverse of 3/8?

Solution

The question asks for the additive inverse of 38\frac{3}{8}. The additive inverse of a number xx is the number that, when added to xx, equals zero. For any fraction ab\frac{a}{b}, its additive inverse is ab-\frac{a}{b}.

Given: The additive inverse of 38 is 38.\text{The additive inverse of } \frac{3}{8} \text{ is } -\frac{3}{8}.

Now, let's look at the provided options in the image:

  1. 38-\frac{3}{8} (This is the correct answer)
  2. 83\frac{8}{3} (Incorrect; this is the reciprocal, not the additive inverse)
  3. 8/38/3 (Same as option 2, incorrect)

Thus, the correct answer is the first option: 38-\frac{3}{8}.

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Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the additive inverse of a negative fraction?
  2. How do you find the multiplicative inverse of a fraction?
  3. What is the difference between an additive inverse and a multiplicative inverse?
  4. Can the additive inverse of zero be defined?
  5. How would you add two fractions with different denominators?

Tip: The additive inverse of a positive number is simply its negative counterpart, and vice versa.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Additive Inverse
Fractions
Basic Arithmetic

Formulas

Additive inverse of a/b is -a/b

Theorems

Definition of Additive Inverse

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8