Simplifying Fractions: (1/2 + 1/4)3/4
This problem involves simplifying fractions and then multiplying them. Here's a step-by-step solution:
Step 1: Finding a Common Denominator
- The fractions inside the parentheses have different denominators. To add them, we need a common denominator.
- The least common denominator for 2 and 4 is 4.
- Convert 1/2 to 2/4 (multiply numerator and denominator by 2).
Now the problem becomes: (2/4 + 1/4) 3/4
Step 2: Adding Fractions
- Now that the denominators are the same, we can add the numerators directly.
- (2/4 + 1/4) = 3/4
The problem is now: (3/4) 3/4
Step 3: Multiplying Fractions
- To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.
- (3/4) * (3/4) = (3 * 3) / (4 * 4)
Step 4: Simplifying the Result
- (3 * 3) / (4 * 4) = 9/16
Therefore, (1/2 + 1/4)3/4 simplifies to 9/16.