Math Problem Statement

(11/2)/(5/2)

Solution

To solve 11252\frac{\frac{11}{2}}{\frac{5}{2}}, we can simplify the division of two fractions by multiplying the numerator by the reciprocal of the denominator:

11252=112×25\frac{\frac{11}{2}}{\frac{5}{2}} = \frac{11}{2} \times \frac{2}{5}

Now, multiply the fractions:

11×22×5=2210\frac{11 \times 2}{2 \times 5} = \frac{22}{10}

We can simplify 2210\frac{22}{10} by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (which is 2):

2210=115\frac{22}{10} = \frac{11}{5}

So, the result is 115\frac{11}{5}, or 2.2 when expressed as a decimal.

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Tip: When dividing fractions, always remember to multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fraction Division
Fraction Multiplication
Simplification

Formulas

a/b ÷ c/d = (a/b) × (d/c)

Theorems

Reciprocal multiplication for division of fractions
Simplification of fractions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7