Question

Mr. Grove cut down in tree in his yard. He gave 1/3 of the tree to his neighbor and 1/6 of the tree to his brother. Mr. Grove kept the remaining portion. How much tree did he keep?

A. 1/3
B. 2/3
C. 1/2
D. 5/6

Answer 1

1/2 or C

Explanation:

1/3 = 2/6. 2/6 + 1/6 = 3/6. that leaves 1/2 left over