Math Problem Statement
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8 4/5 ÷ 8
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3 12/15 ÷ 10/21
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12 8/9 ÷ 11/15
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15 6/7 ÷ 3/5
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3 9/10 ÷ 3
Solution
Let's solve each of these division problems.
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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction: Now, divide by 8 (which is equivalent to multiplying by the reciprocal of 8, i.e., ): So, the result is or 1.1.
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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction: Now divide by , which is the same as multiplying by : So, the result is , or 7.98.
3.
Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction: Now divide by , which is the same as multiplying by : So, the result is , or approximately 17.58.
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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction: Now divide by , which is the same as multiplying by : So, the result is , or approximately 26.43.
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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction: Now divide by 3, which is the same as multiplying by : So, the result is , or 1.3.
Would you like more details or explanations for any of these steps?
Here are 5 related questions:
- How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?
- What are the steps to divide fractions?
- How do you simplify complex fractions?
- What is the importance of finding the reciprocal when dividing fractions?
- How can you check if your fraction division result is correct?
Tip: When dividing by a whole number, it's helpful to think of it as multiplying by the reciprocal for easier calculation.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Fraction Division
Mixed Number to Improper Fraction Conversion
Reciprocal of Fractions
Formulas
a ÷ b = a × (1/b)
Mixed Number to Improper Fraction: Whole number × denominator + numerator = improper fraction
Theorems
Fraction Division involves multiplying by the reciprocal
Simplification of Fractions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7