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Which of these expressions would be the best estimate of the quotient 15 1/2 ÷ 3 2/3?

A. 15÷3
B. 15÷4
C. 16÷3
D. 16÷4

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Answer:

D

Explanation:

Because 15 1/2 ÷ 3 2/3 equals 4.22727272727 and 15 divided by 3 is 5, 15 divided b 4 = 3.75 16 divided by 3 is 5.33333333333 and 16 divided by 4 equals 4 so thats the closest answer

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