Question

Solve -1 3/8 K equals 2/3

Answer 1

K = -16/33

Explanation:

For a problem like this, it is convenient to write the mixed number as an improper fraction:

-11/8 K = 2/3

Now, multiply the equation by the reciprocal of the coefficient of K.

K = (-8/11)(2/3)

K = -16/33