Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression 3/10 + 3/10 + 5/10 - 1 2/5.

Solution

The expression in the image is:

310+310+510125\frac{3}{10} + \frac{3}{10} + \frac{5}{10} - 1 \frac{2}{5}

Let's break it down step by step:

  1. Convert the mixed fraction 1251 \frac{2}{5} to an improper fraction: 125=55+25=751 \frac{2}{5} = \frac{5}{5} + \frac{2}{5} = \frac{7}{5}

  2. Find a common denominator for the terms. The denominators are 10 and 5, so the least common denominator (LCD) is 10.

    • Rewrite 75\frac{7}{5} with denominator 10: 75=1410\frac{7}{5} = \frac{14}{10}
  3. Perform the addition and subtraction:

    310+310+5101410\frac{3}{10} + \frac{3}{10} + \frac{5}{10} - \frac{14}{10}

    Combine the numerators: 3+3+51410=111410=310\frac{3 + 3 + 5 - 14}{10} = \frac{11 - 14}{10} = \frac{-3}{10}

Thus, the result is:

310\frac{-3}{10}

Would you like any further explanation or details?

Here are some related questions you might find useful:

  1. How do you convert mixed fractions to improper fractions?
  2. What is the least common denominator and how is it found?
  3. How do you add or subtract fractions with different denominators?
  4. Can you explain how to simplify the final result when adding or subtracting fractions?
  5. What other operations can be performed with fractions?

Tip: When dealing with fractions, always ensure the denominators are the same before performing addition or subtraction.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Mixed Numbers
Addition and Subtraction of Fractions

Formulas

Converting mixed numbers to improper fractions: a b/c = (a * c + b) / c
Finding a common denominator
Addition/Subtraction of fractions: a/b ± c/b = (a ± c) / b

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7