Question

On a fishing trip, Amala caught 54 fish. She released 5/6 of the fish.

How many fish did Amala release?

Answer 1

45

Explanation:

5/6 of 54 is 45

Answer 2

45 fish were released

Explanation:

We need to multiply the total fish caught by the fraction released to determine the number released

54 * 5/6

Rewriting

54/6 * 5

9*5

45

45 fish were released