Question 1

What fraction of a day is 8 hours?

Accepted Answer

A day has 24 hours. The fraction is 8 out of 24, which is 8/24. Simplifying this by dividing the numerator and denominator by 8 gives 1/3.

Question 2

Which of the following is a proper fraction?

Accepted Answer

A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator. In 3/5, 3 is less than 5, so it is a proper fraction.

Question 3

What is the improper fraction for the mixed fraction 2 3/4?

Accepted Answer

To convert 2 3/4 to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator: (2 4) + 3 = 11. Put this over the denominator 4 to get 11/4.

Question 4

What is the mixed fraction representation of 17/5?

Accepted Answer

Divide 17 by 5. The quotient is 3, and the remainder is 2. So, the mixed fraction is 3 2/5.

Question 5

Which fraction is equivalent to 2/3?

Accepted Answer

To find an equivalent fraction, multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number. Multiplying 2/3 by 2/2 gives 4/6.

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