Fractions Flashcards
1
Q
2/3 + 4/5
A
Make number at bottom of fraction the same, change bottom to 3 x 5 = 15
2/3 = 10/15 and 4/5 = 12/15
Answer 22/15 = 1 7/15
2
Q
A jacket has 1/3 off the price tag today. The price tag is £46. How much does the jacket cost today?
A
1/3 of £46 = £46 ÷ 3 = £15.33,
So jacket £46 - £15.33 = £30.67
3
Q
What is 19/5 as a mixed number?
A
(19 ÷ 5 = 3 , with 4 left over)
3 4/15
4
Q
Find 3/5 of £75
A
Divide £75 by 5 = £15
Then x by 3
3 x £15 = £45
5
Q
Which is bigger 2/3 or 0.6?
A
2 ÷ 3 = 0.6666
- 6666
- 6000
0.666 (hence 2/3 ) is bigger
6
Q
Convert 4 2/5 to an improper fraction
A
(4 x 5 = 20 then 20 + 2 = 22)
22/5
