Question

which expression is equivalent to \\(\frac{1}{3} \times 12\\)? \\(12 \div 3\\) \\(12 \div 1\\) \\(1 \div 12\\) \\(3 \div 12\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate the original expression

$\frac{1}{3} \times 12 = \frac{12}{3} = 4$

Step2: Calculate each option

$12 \div 3 = 4$; $12 \div 1 = 12$; $1 \div 12 = \frac{1}{12}$; $3 \div 12 = \frac{1}{4}$

Step3: Match the result

Find the option equal to 4.

Answer:

12 ÷ 3