0580/21 May/Jun 2025, Question 4: Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 21 (Extended) · Non-calculator · 3 marks
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The question, in short
Work out the value of 5/6 − 2/3 × 3/8, using the correct order of operations.
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Solution · 3 marks
- 12/3 × 3/8 = 6/24 = 1/4
- 25/6 − 1/4 = 10/12 − 3/12
- 3= 7/12
Answer7/12
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