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-4 1/2 divided by (-2 2/3

-4 1/2 divided by (-2 2/3-example-1
User Evalarezo
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5 votes

Answer:

1 11/16

Explanation:

Convert mixed numbers into improper fractions:

-4 1/2

Step 1: whole number x denominator + numerator

-4 x 2 + 1 = -9

Step 2: write that number over your original denominator

-9/2

Step 3: repeat for other fraction

-2 2/3

-2 x 3 + 2 = -8

-8/3

Step 4: copy, dot, flip

-9/2 × -3/8

Step 5: solve

27/16

Step 6: convert back to mixed number

1 11/16

*note* Negative x negative = positive

User GozzoMan
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Answer:

1 11/16

Explanation:

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