Question

Divide and write in simplest form 2 1/7 divided by 1 1/4

Answer 1

Hi!

To divide a fraction, you multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

First, convert the mixed numbers to fractions, by multiplying the denominator by the whole number and adding that to the numerator.

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2 * 7 = 14

14 + 1 = 15

15/7

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4 * 1 = 4

4 + 1 = 5

5/4

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$\frac{15}{7} * \frac{4}{5} = \frac{60}{35} (simplify) = 1 \frac{5}{7}$

The answer is 1 5/7

Hope this helps! :)

-Peredhel