In a school of 910 2/5 are girls and 2/7 of the girls play netball ,how many girls play netball?

First, let's break down the information given:

1. The total number of students is **910**.
2. **2/5** of the students are girls.

To find the number of girls:
\[
\text{Number of girls} = \frac{2}{5} \times 910 = 364
\]

Next, we are told that **2/7** of the girls play netball.

To find the number of girls who play netball:
\[
\text{Girls playing netball} = \frac{2}{7} \times 364 = 104
\]

Thus, **104 girls** play netball.

Would you like a more detailed explanation, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:
1. What fraction of the total number of students play netball?
2. If the number of girls increased to 400, how many would play netball?
3. What fraction of the total students are girls who play netball?
4. How many boys are in the school if 910 is the total number of students?
5. If 3/8 of the boys play football, how many boys play football?

**Tip:** When dealing with fractions of a group, multiply the total number by the fraction to find the desired portion.

In a school of 910, 2/5 are girls, and 2/7 of the girls play netball. How many girls play netball?

Learn how to calculate the number of girls who play netball in a school of 910 students where 2/5 are girls and 2/7 of the girls play netball. Understand the concept of fractions and proportion in this step-by-step solution, suitable for students in Grades 6-8.

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