Inactive Tutor answered • 09/02/18
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1/5(x) = 1/6
x = 5/6 of a serving
Joana S.
asked • 09/02/18Fraction question
A serving of a frozen casserole is 1/5 of a pan. If Vicky eats 1/6 of the pan, what fraction of a serving has Vicky eaten?
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1/6 is what fraction of 1/5? "Of means to multiply. (1/5)s = 1/6 5(1/5)s = 5(1/6) s = 5/6 of a serving
Inactive Tutor
Hi David... Help me to understand your solution. I see what you did, but, isn't 5/6 of 1/5 = to 1/6???
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09/02/18
David W.
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Hey, you are correct. Using actual numbers, say a 30 oz pan, 1/5 is 6 oz and 1/6 is 5 oz. 5/6 is the correct fraction.
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Thanks David.
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09/03/18
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Joana S.
09/02/18