Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the expression. 3 4 ÷ 2 3 + 1 2 3÷ 4 7 Write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.

Solution

Let's evaluate the given expression step-by-step:

34÷23+12÷34\frac{3}{4} \div \frac{2}{3} + \frac{1}{2} \div \frac{3}{4}

Step 1: Divide 34\frac{3}{4} by 23\frac{2}{3}

When dividing fractions, we multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction:

34÷23=34×32=3×34×2=98\frac{3}{4} \div \frac{2}{3} = \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{3}{2} = \frac{3 \times 3}{4 \times 2} = \frac{9}{8}

Step 2: Divide 12\frac{1}{2} by 34\frac{3}{4}

Again, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction:

12÷34=12×43=1×42×3=46\frac{1}{2} \div \frac{3}{4} = \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{4}{3} = \frac{1 \times 4}{2 \times 3} = \frac{4}{6}

Simplify 46\frac{4}{6} by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 2:

46=23\frac{4}{6} = \frac{2}{3}

Step 3: Add 98\frac{9}{8} and 23\frac{2}{3}

To add these fractions, find a common denominator. The least common denominator (LCD) of 8 and 3 is 24.

Convert both fractions to have a denominator of 24: 98=2724,23=1624\frac{9}{8} = \frac{27}{24}, \quad \frac{2}{3} = \frac{16}{24}

Now add them:

2724+1624=4324\frac{27}{24} + \frac{16}{24} = \frac{43}{24}

Final Answer:

The result of the expression is:

4324\frac{43}{24}

This is an improper fraction. You can convert it to a mixed number:

4324=11924\frac{43}{24} = 1 \frac{19}{24}

Answer: 119241 \frac{19}{24}

Would you like a more detailed explanation or have further questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How do you multiply two fractions?
  2. What is the procedure for simplifying a fraction?
  3. What is the least common denominator (LCD), and how do you find it?
  4. How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?
  5. What happens if you multiply instead of divide fractions?

Tip: To avoid errors in fraction division, always remember to multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fraction Division
Fraction Addition
Simplification of Fractions

Formulas

a/b ÷ c/d = a/b × d/c
Adding fractions: a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd

Theorems

Reciprocal Theorem for Division of Fractions
Least Common Denominator (LCD)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8