Choose the option that visually represents the following fraction:
Choose the option that visually represents the following fraction:
To solve this problem, we'll first convert the improper fraction into a mixed number. Dividing 27 by 12, we get:
This means . We can simplify to . Thus, the mixed number is .
Next, we look for the visual representation that displays this value. A correct representation will show two full circles and an additional quarter of a circle shaded.
Reviewing the provided options, the correct option visually representing is option 3, which shows two fully shaded circles and one circle shaded to one-quarter.
Therefore, the solution to the problem is choice 3.