Math Problem Statement

3/7 - 7/9 + 3/5

Solution

To solve the expression 3779+35\frac{3}{7} - \frac{7}{9} + \frac{3}{5}, follow these steps:

  1. Find a common denominator:
    The denominators are 7, 9, and 5. The least common denominator (LCD) for these is 315.

  2. Convert each fraction to have the common denominator:

    • 37=3×457×45=135315\frac{3}{7} = \frac{3 \times 45}{7 \times 45} = \frac{135}{315}
    • 79=7×359×35=245315\frac{7}{9} = \frac{7 \times 35}{9 \times 35} = \frac{245}{315}
    • 35=3×635×63=189315\frac{3}{5} = \frac{3 \times 63}{5 \times 63} = \frac{189}{315}
  3. Perform the operations: 135315245315+189315=135245+189315=79315\frac{135}{315} - \frac{245}{315} + \frac{189}{315} = \frac{135 - 245 + 189}{315} = \frac{79}{315}

So, the final answer is 79315\frac{79}{315}.

Would you like more details or have any questions about this solution?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you determine if a fraction can be simplified further?
  2. What is the process to find the least common denominator of multiple fractions?
  3. How do you convert the fraction 79315\frac{79}{315} to a decimal?
  4. How would you handle an expression with more than three fractions?
  5. What is the significance of finding the least common denominator when adding or subtracting fractions?

Tip: Always double-check your calculations when finding a common denominator, especially when dealing with multiple fractions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Arithmetic Operations with Fractions

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8