Question

In a race a cyclist travels 3/8 of the distance in the first hour and 1/3 of the distance in the second hour. What fraction of the total distance has he travelled? What fraction of the total distance does he need to travel in the third hour to complete the race.

Answer 1

7/24

Explanation:

Answer 2

Distance traveled:

• 3/8 + 1/3 =
• 9/24 + 8/24 =
• 17/24

Remaining distance:

• 1 - 17/24 =
• 24/24 - 17/24 =
• 7/24