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To solve the problem of dividing the mixed number by the fraction , follow these steps:
Therefore, the solution to the problem is .
\( 3\times\frac{8}{12}= \)
Because is one complete number, not two separate parts! Dividing parts separately would be like saying 25 ÷ 5 = (20 ÷ 5) + (5 ÷ 5) = 4 + 1 = 5, which is wrong since 25 ÷ 5 = 5.
Use this simple formula: Multiply the whole number by the denominator, then add the numerator. For : (2 × 6) + 1 = 13, so you get .
The reciprocal flips the numerator and denominator. Division by a fraction is the same as multiplication by its reciprocal. So becomes .
Yes! Always simplify by finding the greatest common divisor (GCD). For , both 39 and 12 divide by 3, giving us .
Divide the numerator by the denominator. For : 13 ÷ 4 = 3 remainder 1, so the answer is .
Absolutely! Multiply your answer by the original divisor. Check: should equal . Convert and multiply to verify!
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