MATHEMATICS

JAMB 2011 - Question 9

Mathematics 2011 JAMB Past Questions - Question 9: Simplify     .

Simplify <2+1/3>    <2-1/3>.
A:
B:
C:
D:
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Correct Answer

B

Explanation

We can find a common denominator and then combine the fractions:For 2+1/3 = 6/3+1/3=7/3For 2−1/3 = 6/3−1/3=5/3?So, 2+1/3? simplifies to 7/3?, and 2−1/3? simplifies to 5/3.