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Use compatible numbers to estimate the quotient.

8 1/6 ÷1 7/8
The quotient is closest to 4.

How did they get that answer? I don't understand, can somebody please help me understand?

User Snapcrack
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2 Answers

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Answer: 4

Explanation:

User Vahid Garousi
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Answer:32/21

Explanation:

8 1/6÷ 7 1/8

8/6÷7/8

8/6×8/7

64/42

32/21

User Hrishikesh Kadam
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