Math Problem Statement

12/15 divided 24/45

Solution

To solve 1215÷2445\frac{12}{15} \div \frac{24}{45}, follow these steps:

  1. Rewrite the division as multiplication: 1215÷2445=1215×4524\frac{12}{15} \div \frac{24}{45} = \frac{12}{15} \times \frac{45}{24} In division of fractions, we multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

  2. Simplify each fraction if possible: 1215=45(divide both numerator and denominator by 3)\frac{12}{15} = \frac{4}{5} \quad \text{(divide both numerator and denominator by 3)} 4524=158(divide both numerator and denominator by 3)\frac{45}{24} = \frac{15}{8} \quad \text{(divide both numerator and denominator by 3)}

  3. Multiply the fractions: 45×158=4×155×8=6040\frac{4}{5} \times \frac{15}{8} = \frac{4 \times 15}{5 \times 8} = \frac{60}{40}

  4. Simplify the resulting fraction: 6040=32(divide both numerator and denominator by 20)\frac{60}{40} = \frac{3}{2} \quad \text{(divide both numerator and denominator by 20)}

Thus, 1215÷2445=32\frac{12}{15} \div \frac{24}{45} = \frac{3}{2}.

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Here are five related questions:

  1. How do you divide fractions involving mixed numbers?
  2. What is the reciprocal of a fraction?
  3. How can you simplify complex fractions?
  4. How do you convert improper fractions to mixed numbers?
  5. What are the steps to multiply and divide decimals?

Tip: When dividing fractions, always remember to multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor fraction.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Division of Fractions

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8