Question

ASAP must show step by step (2 1/2) divided by (-1 7/8) =

Answer 1

-1 1/3

Explanation:

Convert any mixed numbers to fractions. New equation:

5/2 ÷ −15/8

Fraction division formula:

5x8/2x-15 = 40/-30

Convert:

-1 1/3

Answer 2

-1 1/3 (or) -4/3

Explanation:

Given problem,

→ (2 1/2) ÷ (-1 7/8)

Now the quotient will be,

→ (2 1/2) ÷ (-1 7/8)

→ (5/2) ÷ (-15/8)

→ (5/2) × (-8/15)

→ (5 × -8)/(2 × 15)

→ -40/30

→ -4/3

→ -1 1/3

Hence, the answer is -1 1/3.