MATHEMATICS STANDARD 5

Express 3 2/5 as an improper fraction

Answer explanation

3 and 2 over 5, to change a mixed number into an improper fraction. Multiply the whole number by the bottom number or denominator and add the numerator. The answer is : 17/5

Change 17_/3

_{into a Mixed Number.}

Answer explanation

Remmeber from your practice this requires division. You are dividing 17 ÷ 3. Your Answer is 5 2/3

Make the Fraction 12_{/36 Smaller. Reduce it!}

Answer explanation

The answer is 1/3 . If you know your tables think of your 12 times tables from one until three. 3 x 12= 36. Thus 12 divided by itself is 1 and 12 divided by 36 is 3.

Circle the two fractions that are equal in calue. Try to reduce each number to get the answer.

3/₄ , 1/_{2 ,} 6/_8, 1/₄

Answer explanation

The answer is easily 3/4 and 6/8. 2 multiply by 3 is 6 and two multiply by 4 is 8.

Find the value of the missing number n.

5/₈ = n/_{40. Look at the denominator. TIP! What number multiply by 8 equals 40? When that number is solved , simply multiply it by 5 to get the answer N.}

Answer explanation

N= 25

Arrange these numbers in ascending order 1/_{2 ,} 1/_4, 3/₄

Answer explanation

This is easy simply find the LCM which is 8. then multiply the numerator for each fraction. Your answer for each will allow you to arrange the numbers in ascending order. Answer:3/4, 1/2 and 1/4

Arrange in descending order. 1/_2, 9/_10, 4/₅

Answer explanation

Answer: 9/10, 4/5 and 1/2

Mrs. Ali bought 6 apples, two mangoes and 4 oranges. What fraction of the fruits are oranges?

Tip: add fruits to get your denominator.

Answer explanation

The answer is : 6/12 or 1/2

Add 4 3_/9 + 5 2/₉

Answer explanation

First add your whole numbers and then add the numerators. Always keep the same denominator. Ans-

9 5/9

9.4 x 100=

Answer explanation

Move the point two places to the right 940.