Solve: 1/3 + (2-1) Using Order of Operations

Order of Operations with Mixed Numbers

13+(21)= \frac{1}{3}+(2-1)=

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00:00 Solve the following expression
00:03 Always solve the parentheses first
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13+(21)= \frac{1}{3}+(2-1)=

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Step-by-step solution

To solve the expression 13+(21) \frac{1}{3}+(2-1) , we need to follow the order of operations, often abbreviated as PEMDAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right)). This problem primarily involves parentheses and addition.

We'll start by solving the expression within the parentheses:

  • The expression inside the parentheses is (21) (2-1) . Subtracting, we get:

21=1 2 - 1 = 1

After solving the parentheses, the expression becomes:

13+1 \frac{1}{3} + 1

Next, we perform the addition:

  • Since 1 1 can be written as 33 \frac{3}{3} to have a common denominator with 13 \frac{1}{3} , we add:

13+33=1+33=43 \frac{1}{3} + \frac{3}{3} = \frac{1+3}{3} = \frac{4}{3}

The fraction 43 \frac{4}{3} can also be expressed as a mixed number:

  • 43=113 \frac{4}{3} = 1 \frac{1}{3} (where 1 1 is the whole number and 13 \frac{1}{3} is the fractional part)

Thus, the correct answer is 113 1\frac{1}{3} .

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Final Answer

113 1\frac{1}{3}

Key Points to Remember

Essential concepts to master this topic
  • PEMDAS Rule: Always solve expressions inside parentheses first
  • Technique: Convert whole numbers to fractions: 1 = 33 \frac{3}{3}
  • Check: Verify 13+1=43=113 \frac{1}{3} + 1 = \frac{4}{3} = 1\frac{1}{3}

Common Mistakes

Avoid these frequent errors
  • Adding fractions and whole numbers without common denominators
    Don't add 13+1 \frac{1}{3} + 1 directly as 23 \frac{2}{3} ! This ignores place value and gives the wrong answer. Always convert the whole number to a fraction with the same denominator: 1 = 33 \frac{3}{3} , then add.

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Why do I solve (2-1) first instead of 1/3 + 2?

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Because of the order of operations (PEMDAS)! Parentheses come before addition, so you must solve (21)=1 (2-1) = 1 first, then add 13+1 \frac{1}{3} + 1 .

How do I add 1/3 + 1 when they look so different?

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Convert the whole number to a fraction with the same denominator! Since 1=33 1 = \frac{3}{3} , you can add: 13+33=43 \frac{1}{3} + \frac{3}{3} = \frac{4}{3} .

What's the difference between 4/3 and 1⅓?

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They're the same value written differently! 43 \frac{4}{3} is an improper fraction, while 113 1\frac{1}{3} is a mixed number. Both equal 1.333...

Can I work left to right instead of using PEMDAS?

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No! Working left to right would give 13+21=43 \frac{1}{3} + 2 - 1 = \frac{4}{3} , which ignores the parentheses. Always follow PEMDAS to get the correct answer.

How do I convert 4/3 to a mixed number?

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Divide: 4 ÷ 3 = 1 remainder 1. The quotient (1) becomes the whole number, and the remainder (1) goes over the original denominator (3): 113 1\frac{1}{3} .

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