Math Problem Statement

2 1/4 *4/5 divided by 3/4-1/2

Solution

Let's break down and solve the expression step by step:

Expression:
214×45÷(3412)2 \frac{1}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} \div \left( \frac{3}{4} - \frac{1}{2} \right)

Step 1: Convert mixed number to improper fraction.

214=942 \frac{1}{4} = \frac{9}{4} So, the expression becomes: 94×45÷(3412)\frac{9}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} \div \left( \frac{3}{4} - \frac{1}{2} \right)

Step 2: Subtract the fractions inside the parentheses.

To subtract 12\frac{1}{2} from 34\frac{3}{4}, first find a common denominator: 12=24\frac{1}{2} = \frac{2}{4} 3424=14\frac{3}{4} - \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{4} Now, the expression is: 94×45÷14\frac{9}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} \div \frac{1}{4}

Step 3: Simplify the division.

Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal: 94×45×41\frac{9}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} \times \frac{4}{1}

Step 4: Multiply the fractions.

First, simplify: 94×45=3620\frac{9}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} = \frac{36}{20} Next, multiply: 3620×41=14420\frac{36}{20} \times \frac{4}{1} = \frac{144}{20}

Step 5: Simplify the result.

Simplify 14420\frac{144}{20} by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by 4: 144÷420÷4=365\frac{144 \div 4}{20 \div 4} = \frac{36}{5}

So, the final result is: 365=715\frac{36}{5} = 7 \frac{1}{5}

Final Answer:

7157 \frac{1}{5}

Would you like further details on any of the steps?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you convert mixed numbers to improper fractions?
  2. What is the rule for dividing by a fraction?
  3. Can you simplify 94×45\frac{9}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} directly without multiplying first?
  4. How do you find a common denominator for subtracting fractions?
  5. How can we simplify large fractions more efficiently?

Tip: When multiplying or dividing fractions, always simplify where possible before carrying out operations to make calculations easier.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Mixed Numbers
Multiplication of Fractions
Division of Fractions
Subtraction of Fractions

Formulas

Mixed number to improper fraction conversion: a b/c = (a*c + b)/c
Division by a fraction: a/b ÷ c/d = a/b * d/c
Multiplication of fractions: (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c) / (b*d)

Theorems

Reciprocal Theorem for Division of Fractions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7