A number p/q lies exactly halfway between 5/6 and 1. When written in lowest terms, what is p + q?

23. Mean = 5/6 + 1/2 = 5/6 + 6/6/2 = 11/6/2 = 11/12. In lowest terms p = 11, q = 12, so p + q = 23.

A number $\frac{p}{q}$ lies exactly halfway between $\frac{5}{6}$ and 1.
When written in lowest terms, what is $p + q$ ?

Class 8Rational Numbers Between Two NumbersRational Numbers

Mean =

\frac{5/6 + 1}{2} = \frac{5/6 + 6/6}{2} = \frac{11/6}{2} = \frac{11}{12}

. In lowest terms

p = 11, q = 12

, so

p + q = 23

Answer: B) 23

Don't just memorise the answer — build a daily practice habit.