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Sometimes we need to use brackets when working out the value of fractions. 

 

 

This means    48 ÷ (6 x 2) = 48 ÷ 12 = 4

 

We have to put brackets round the denominator otherwise we would get the wrong answer!

 

Let's try some questions so that you can practise this.

 

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