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How do you solve 3 1/3 ÷ -2 2/9

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Answer:

-3/2

Explanation:

3 1/3 ÷ -2 2/9

First, convert to improper fractions.

3 1/3 = (3×3+1)/3 = 10/3

-2 2/9 = -(2×9+2)/9 = -20/9

10/3 ÷ -20/9

To divide by a fraction, multiply by the reciprocal:

10/3 × -9/20

-90/60

-3/2

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