Question

Out of the 10 people in Carla’s office, 6 regularly watch the evening news on TV. a) What fraction of the workers watch the evening news? b) What fraction DO NOT watch the news?

Answer 1

6/10 people watch the evening news, 3/5 if simplified

4/10 do not watch the news, 2/5 if simplified

Answer 2

3/5 watched the evening news

2/5 did NOT watch the news

Explanation:

reduce 6/10 = 3/5

1 - 6/10 = 4/10 = 2/5