GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Number: Fractions - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to find a whole number when given a fraction of it. The problem is that 4/5 of a number equals 32, and the task is to find the whole number. The instructor uses a visual method to explain fractions, showing that if 4/5 equals 32, then 1/5 equals 8. Therefore, the whole number is 40. The tutorial also highlights common mistakes, such as dividing 32 by 5, and emphasizes the importance of understanding each step to avoid errors.

Explain the steps taken to arrive at the final answer of 40.

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What common mistake do people make when solving this type of question?

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