Math Problem Statement

After dinner, Leila spent 3/4 of an hour completing her homework and 1/2 of an hour studying for her geography quiz. How much time did Leila spend completing her homework and studying combined? Simplify if possible.

Solution

The problem in the image states:

Leila spent 34\frac{3}{4} of an hour completing her homework and 12\frac{1}{2} of an hour studying for her geography quiz. The task is to determine how much time she spent in total.

Step 1: Add the fractions

To combine 34\frac{3}{4} and 12\frac{1}{2}, we need to find a common denominator.

The least common denominator (LCD) of 4 and 2 is 4. We rewrite 12\frac{1}{2} with the denominator 4: 12=24\frac{1}{2} = \frac{2}{4}

Step 2: Perform the addition

Now, add the fractions: 34+24=54\frac{3}{4} + \frac{2}{4} = \frac{5}{4}

Step 3: Simplify if necessary

The result 54\frac{5}{4} is an improper fraction. We can convert it to a mixed number: 54=114\frac{5}{4} = 1 \frac{1}{4}

Thus, Leila spent 1141 \frac{1}{4} hours in total, or 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Final Answer:

Leila spent 1141 \frac{1}{4} hours or 1 hour and 15 minutes completing her homework and studying combined.

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Here are five related questions for further practice:

  1. If Leila spent 35\frac{3}{5} of an hour on math and 45\frac{4}{5} of an hour on science, how much time did she spend in total?
  2. How much time is 78\frac{7}{8} of an hour in minutes?
  3. If Leila spends 1141 \frac{1}{4} hours daily on homework, how many hours will she spend in 5 days?
  4. How would you subtract 23\frac{2}{3} from 56\frac{5}{6}?
  5. Leila spent 13\frac{1}{3} of an hour reading and 23\frac{2}{3} of an hour exercising. How much time did she spend altogether?

Tip: Always ensure the denominators of fractions are the same before adding or subtracting them!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fraction Addition
Improper Fraction
Mixed Numbers

Formulas

a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd (when denominators are different)
Improper fraction to mixed number conversion

Theorems

Addition of fractions with different denominators

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6