Question

Divide. Express your answer in simplest form. 6 1/4 divided by 2/5. Show work pls.

Answer 1

`15 (5)/(8)` ✅

Explanation:

`(6 (1)/(4) )/( (2)/(5) ) \\ = (25)/(4) * (5)/(2) \\ = (125)/(8) \\ = 15(5)/(8)`

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Answer 2

15 5/8

Explanation:

6 1/4 divided by 2/5

convert mixed numbers to improper fraction: 6 1/4 = 25/4

= 25/4 divided by 2/5

= 25/4 times 5/2

= 25 times 5/4 times 2

= 125/4 times 2

= 125/8

= 15 5/8