Solve: (3/4 ÷ 5/4) + 1/2 - Mixed Fraction Operations

Fraction Division with Mixed Operations

Solve the following exercise:

34:54+12=? \frac{3}{4}:\frac{5}{4}+\frac{1}{2}=\text{?}

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00:07 Let's solve this problem together.
00:10 Instead of dividing, multiply by the reciprocal of the fraction.
00:15 Swap the numerator and the denominator. This is called flipping.
00:24 Now, multiply numerators with numerators, and denominators with denominators.
00:34 Reduce the fractions if you can. Let's simplify them.
00:44 Next, multiply each fraction by the second denominator. This gives us a common denominator.
00:53 Remember to multiply both the top and bottom numbers.
01:04 Go ahead, calculate those multiplications.
01:12 Combine everything over the same common denominator.
01:16 Calculate the new numerator. Almost done!
01:19 And that’s how we solve the problem! Great job!

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Understand the problem

Solve the following exercise:

34:54+12=? \frac{3}{4}:\frac{5}{4}+\frac{1}{2}=\text{?}

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Step-by-step solution

To solve this problem, we'll follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Calculate the division 34:54 \frac{3}{4} : \frac{5}{4} .
  • Step 2: Use the formula ab:cd=ab×dc\frac{a}{b} : \frac{c}{d} = \frac{a}{b} \times \frac{d}{c}.
  • Step 3: Simplify the division result.
  • Step 4: Add 12 \frac{1}{2} to the result of the division.
  • Step 5: Simplify the addition result to get the final answer.

Now, let's work through each step:

Step 1: We need to calculate 34:54 \frac{3}{4} : \frac{5}{4} . Using the division of fractions formula, this becomes:

34×45=3×44×5=1220 \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} = \frac{3 \times 4}{4 \times 5} = \frac{12}{20} .

Step 2: Simplify 1220 \frac{12}{20} . Divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 4:

12÷420÷4=35 \frac{12 \div 4}{20 \div 4} = \frac{3}{5} .

Step 3: Add 12 \frac{1}{2} to the result 35\frac{3}{5}:

The common denominator for addition is 10. Therefore:

35=3×25×2=610 \frac{3}{5} = \frac{3 \times 2}{5 \times 2} = \frac{6}{10} and 12=1×52×5=510 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{1 \times 5}{2 \times 5} = \frac{5}{10} .

Add these two fractions:

610+510=6+510=1110 \frac{6}{10} + \frac{5}{10} = \frac{6 + 5}{10} = \frac{11}{10} .

Therefore, the solution to the problem is 1110 \frac{11}{10} .

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Final Answer

1110 \frac{11}{10}

Key Points to Remember

Essential concepts to master this topic
  • Order: Division first, then addition using proper order of operations
  • Technique: Convert 34÷54 \frac{3}{4} \div \frac{5}{4} to 34×45=35 \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} = \frac{3}{5}
  • Check: Verify 35+12=610+510=1110 \frac{3}{5} + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{6}{10} + \frac{5}{10} = \frac{11}{10}

Common Mistakes

Avoid these frequent errors
  • Adding before dividing fractions
    Don't add 34+12 \frac{3}{4} + \frac{1}{2} first = wrong answer of 54÷54=1 \frac{5}{4} \div \frac{5}{4} = 1 ! This ignores order of operations where division comes before addition. Always perform division first, then add the result to 12 \frac{1}{2} .

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FAQ

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Why do I multiply by the reciprocal when dividing fractions?

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Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal! So 34÷54 \frac{3}{4} \div \frac{5}{4} becomes 34×45 \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{4}{5} . This makes the calculation much easier.

Do I need to follow order of operations with fractions?

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Yes, absolutely! Even with fractions, division comes before addition. First calculate 34÷54 \frac{3}{4} \div \frac{5}{4} , then add 12 \frac{1}{2} to that result.

How do I add fractions with different denominators?

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Find the least common denominator first. For 35+12 \frac{3}{5} + \frac{1}{2} , the LCD is 10. Convert: 35=610 \frac{3}{5} = \frac{6}{10} and 12=510 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{5}{10} , then add!

Can I simplify my answer if it's an improper fraction?

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The answer 1110 \frac{11}{10} is already in simplest form since 11 and 10 share no common factors. You could write it as 1110 1\frac{1}{10} as a mixed number if needed.

What if I get confused about which operation to do first?

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Remember PEMDAS! Division comes before addition. Write out each step clearly: first do 34÷54 \frac{3}{4} \div \frac{5}{4} , then add 12 \frac{1}{2} to your result.

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