Question

What is 6/8 divided by 2/6?


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Answer 1

Answer: 2 and 1/4

Step-by-step explanation: To solve this problem, first remember that dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal. In other words, we can change the division sign to multiplication and flip the second fraction.

`(6)/(8)` ÷
`(2)/(6)` →
`(6)/(8)` x
`(6)/(2)` = 36/16 = 9/4

The fraction 9/4 can be written as the mixed number 2 and 1/4.