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

Answer:

Kendra ate 1/4 pounds of blueberries.

Step-by-step 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  = $\frac{3}{4}  \times \frac{1}{3}   = \frac{1}{4 }$

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

Hence Kendra ate 1/4 pounds of blueberries.