Explain why 8÷5 =8/5?

Stucampbell asked Jul 14, 2023

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Stucampbell asked Jul 14, 2023

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8÷5 and 8/5 are just equal to each other because the symbol "÷" means division as well as the fraction bar "/".

8÷5 = 1.6

8/5 = 1.6 as well.

JustThisGuy answered Jul 20, 2023

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