Question

Which expression has a value of 2/3?

A. 8 + 24 divided by 12 x 4

B. 8 + 24 divided by (12 x 4)

C. (8 + 24) divided by (12 x 4)

D. 8 + (24 divided by 12) x 4

Answer 1

C)

Explanation:

A) 8 + 24 ÷ 12 x 4 = 8 + 2 x 4 = 8 + 8 = 16

B) 8 + 24 ÷ (12 x 4) = 8 + 24 ÷ 48 = 8 + 1/2

C) 32 ÷ 48 = 2/3

D) 8 + 2(4) = 16