Math Problem Statement

Solve the expression \( \left( \frac{1}{3} - \frac{1}{2} \right) \div \frac{1}{4} + 1 \).

Solution

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The expression is: (1312)÷14+1\left( \frac{1}{3} - \frac{1}{2} \right) \div \frac{1}{4} + 1

Let's break down the solution step-by-step.

Step 1: Simplify the Parentheses

First, calculate 1312\frac{1}{3} - \frac{1}{2}.

1312=236=16\frac{1}{3} - \frac{1}{2} = \frac{2 - 3}{6} = -\frac{1}{6}

Step 2: Division by a Fraction

Now we have: 16÷14-\frac{1}{6} \div \frac{1}{4}

Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal: 16×4=46=23-\frac{1}{6} \times 4 = -\frac{4}{6} = -\frac{2}{3}

Step 3: Adding 1

Now add 1 to 23-\frac{2}{3}: 23+1=2+33=13-\frac{2}{3} + 1 = \frac{-2 + 3}{3} = \frac{1}{3}

Final Answer

13\frac{1}{3}

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Here are some related questions that might help expand understanding:

  1. How do you handle division of fractions?
  2. What is the process for finding a common denominator?
  3. Can we simplify complex fractions differently?
  4. How would the result change if a different operation were used instead of addition at the end?
  5. How do parentheses affect the order of operations?

Tip: Always handle operations inside parentheses first to simplify complex expressions efficiently.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Order of Operations
Arithmetic with Fractions

Formulas

a - b = \frac{a \cdot d - b \cdot c}{b \cdot d} for fraction subtraction
a \div \frac{b}{c} = a \cdot \frac{c}{b} for division by a fraction

Theorems

Order of Operations (PEMDAS)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8