Question

Which values of a, b, and c represent the answer in simplest form?

5/8 divided by 3/8 = a b/c

A. a=1,b=3,c=2
B. a=1,b=40,c=24
C. a=1,b=16,c=24
D. a=1,b=2,c=3

Answer 1

D

Explanation:

(5/8) / (3/8)

(5/8) * (8/3)

5/3

1 ⅔

a = 1, b = 2, c = 3

Answer D.

Answer 2

D. a=1,b=2,c=3

Explanation:

5/8 ÷ 3/8 can be also written as 5/8 x 8/3

Simplify and multiply:

5/3

Improper fraction: 5/3

Mixed number: 1 2/3

Answer: D. a=1,b=2,c=3

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