Question

A recipe for trail mix calls for 3/4 cup dried fruits, 1/2 cup mixed nuts, and 1/3 cup granola. How many cups of trail mix does this recipe

Answer 1

Hello! I would love to help!

Alright, we need to add all the fractions the problem gives us in order to find the answer. However, first, we need to find a common denominator.


So, what number can 2, 4, and 3 all go into?

The lowest number is 12. So, let's call 12 our common denominator.

Now, let's turn all the fractions to 12 as the denominator.

3/4= 9/12

1/2= 6/12

1/3 =4/12


Okay! Let's add the new fractions!

9/12+6/12+4/12=19/12


Let's turn it into a mixed number!

1 7/12

That's the answer!


Hope this helps! Comment if you have any questions!