Question

The sum of 1/4 and 1/8 times the difference between 2/3 and 5/6.

What is the numerical expression for the phrase?

Answer 1

Answer: (1/4 + 1/8) x (2/3-5/6)

Explanation:

The sum of 1/4 and 1/8 times the difference between 2/3 and 5/6