Question

$5$ pirates have $\frac{55}{4}$ metres of fabric to make some outfits for them.

So, each pirate will use metre portion of the fabric.

• A. $\frac{15}{4}$
• B. $\frac{12}{5}$
• C. $\frac{11}{4}$
• D. $\frac{1}{18}$

Answer 1

The correct option is C $\frac{11}{4}$

Fraction of fabric cloth to be used = $\frac{55}{4}$ metres.
$5$ pirates have to use this fabric to make outfits for them.

To find the part of fabric to be used by 1 member, use the expression:
$\frac{55}{4}$ $÷$ $5$

Now, use "Keep-Change-Flip" method to write the final fraction.


So, $\frac{11}{4}$ part of the fabric will be used by each pirate.