Question

Matthew spent 2/3 of his birthday money on books and 1/4 of his birthday money on snacks. He says he has spent 3/7​ of his birthday money.

Which statement is most accurate?


1. 3/7 is a reasonable answer for the fraction of his birthday money Matthew has spent.

2. 3/7 is not a reasonable answer for the fraction of his birthday money Matthew has spent. The fraction should be closer to 1/2.

3. 3/7 is not a reasonable answer for the fraction of his birthday money Matthew has spent. The fraction should be closer to 1.

Answer 1

Answer:

3.

Step-by-step explanation:

2/3=8/14

1/4=3/14

8+3=11

11/14 is closer to 1 than 1/2