Question

Select all statements that show correct reasoning for finding LaTeX: 15\div\frac{2}{9}15 ÷ 2 9.

Answer 1

Answer:

Multiply 15 by 9, then divide by 2.

Step-by-step explanation:

Given: LaTeX: 15\div\frac{2}{9}.

First lets write in a simple form

$15\div\frac{2}{9}$

Now, simplifying by inversing the fraction

∵To divide fractions take the reciprocal of the divisor and multiply the dividend.

∴ $15\times \frac{9}{2}$

∴ Multiply 15 by 9, then divide by 2.