Question

Which of the following fractions represent $\frac{1}{2}$?

• A. $\frac{34}{66}$
• B. $\frac{18}{28}$
• C. $\frac{17}{34}$
• D. $\frac{22}{42}$

Answer 1

The correct option is C

$\frac{17}{34}$

A: $\frac{34}{66}$ when simplified gives $\frac{17}{33}$ (divide both numerator and denominator by 2)

B: $\frac{18}{28}$ when simplified gives $\frac{9}{14}$ (divide both numerator and denominator by 2)

C: $\frac{17}{34}$ when simplified gives $\frac{1}{2}(17\times 2=34$, hence divide both numerator and Denominator by 17)

D: $\frac{22}{42}$ when simplified gives $\frac{11}{21}$ (divide both numerator and denominator by 2)

Hence, Option C $\frac{17}{34}$ represents $\frac{1}{2}$