Math Problem Statement

3 ÷ 1 1/5 + 1/2

Solution

The expression in the image is:

3÷115+123 \div 1\frac{1}{5} + \frac{1}{2}

Let's break it down step by step.

Step 1: Simplify the mixed fraction

First, convert the mixed fraction 1151\frac{1}{5} to an improper fraction.

115=651\frac{1}{5} = \frac{6}{5}

Step 2: Perform the division

Now, divide 3 by 65\frac{6}{5}:

3÷65=3×56=156=523 \div \frac{6}{5} = 3 \times \frac{5}{6} = \frac{15}{6} = \frac{5}{2}

Step 3: Add 52\frac{5}{2} and 12\frac{1}{2}

Now, add 52\frac{5}{2} to 12\frac{1}{2}:

52+12=62=3\frac{5}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{6}{2} = 3

Final Answer:

The result of the expression is 3.

Would you like further details on any part of this? Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. How do you convert a mixed fraction into an improper fraction?
  2. What are the steps to divide fractions?
  3. How do you find the least common denominator in addition of fractions?
  4. Can you explain more about simplifying fractions after multiplication?
  5. What happens when you multiply by the reciprocal of a fraction?

Tip: Always remember to convert mixed numbers to improper fractions when performing operations like division or multiplication!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Mixed Numbers
Division
Addition

Formulas

Improper Fraction Conversion: 1 a/b = (b * Whole + Numerator)/Denominator
Division of Fractions: a ÷ b/c = a * c/b
Addition of Fractions with Common Denominators: a/b + c/b = (a+c)/b

Theorems

Fraction Arithmetic Rules

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8