Question

Write a multiplication equation and a subtraction equation that both involve a fraction and have the same solution. Solve your equation to show that the solution are the same.

Answer 1

Answer:

$x = \frac{3}{5} \times \frac{5}{7}$ and $y = \frac{16}{21} - \frac{1}{3}$

Step-by-step explanation:

We have to write a multiplication equation and a subtraction equation that both involve a fraction and have the same solution.

Let the multiplication equation be, $x = \frac{3}{5} \times \frac{5}{7}$.

And the subtraction equation is, $y = \frac{16}{21} - \frac{1}{3}$

Now,  $x = \frac{3}{5} \times \frac{5}{7} = \frac{3}{7}$ and $y = \frac{16}{21} - \frac{1}{3} = \frac{16 - 7}{21} = \frac{9}{21} = \frac{3}{7}$

Therefore, in both the equations the solution is $\frac{3}{7}$. (Answer)