Question

76.11 Multiply fractions and mixed numbers: word problems 5N)

Sean had 1/3 of a pound of blueberries. Sean let his friend Kendra eat 3/4 of the blueberries
How many pounds of blueberries did Kendra eat?

Answer 1

Kendra ate 1/4 pounds of blueberries.

Explanation:

The amount of blueberries Sean had = 1/3 pound

The amount of blueberries Kendra ate = 3/4 of Total available

= 3/4 of (1/3 pounds)

Now, we need to find out the 3/4 amount of 1/3 pound.

3/4 of 1/3 pound =
`(3)/(4)  * (1)/(3)   = (1)/(4 )`

⇒ 3/4 of the amount 1/3 pound = 1/4 pound

Hence Kendra ate 1/4 pounds of blueberries.