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What is the best estimate for 34 2/3÷ 4 4/5?

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Answer:

7 2/9; estimate is about 7

Explanation:

convert mixed numbers to improper fractions

(whole number × denominator + numerator)

104/3 ÷ 24/5

copy dot flip

104/3 × 5/24

multiply numerators

520

multiply numerators

72

520/72

convert back to mixed numbers

7 16/72

simplify

7 2/9

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Answer:

7.2

Explanation:

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