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5 1/2 divided by 1 3/8
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5 1/2 divided by 1 3/8

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Answer:

4

Explanation:

1. Convert from mixed number to fraction


5(1)/(2) =(5(2)+1)/(2) =(11)/(2)


1(3)/(8)=((1)(8)+3)/(8) =(11)/(8)

2. Divide fractions


((11)/(2) )/((11)/(8) ) =((11)(8))/((11)(2)) =(8)/(2) =4

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