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How do I divide fraction or mixed numbers.

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Answer:

If u have mixed fractions, like
3(1)/(2), you will have to change it to improper fraction(
(7)/(2)) to divide with ease.

let's give an example of how to divide fractions.

1.
(2)/(3) รท
(1)/(3)

Now, you will invert the numbers on the right side, and that will cause the division sign to change into multiplication sign.


(2)/(3) / (1)/(3) \\\\(2)/(3) X (3)/(1)\\\\2

2. let's have another example:


2(1)/(3) / 3(1)/(2)\\\\(7)/(3) / (7)/(2) \\\\(7)/(3) X (2)/(7) \\\\(2)/(3)

User Michael Baldry
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AnTo divide mixed numbers Change each mixed number to an improper fraction.

Multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor, simplifying if possible.

Put answer in lowest terms.

Check to be sure the answer makes sense.

Explanation:

User StevenSiebert
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