Akpan

Akpan spent 3/8 of his time in school during the week. What fraction of his time does he spend at home during the week?

Result

h =  0.625

Solution:

h=1−38=58=0.625h=1 - \dfrac{ 3 }{ 8 }=\dfrac{ 5 }{ 8 }=0.625

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