Question
1/4 divided by 2 3/8
Answer
1/19
- Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction. A:2 3/8 = 19/8.
- Rewrite the division expression as multiplication by the reciprocal. A: 1/4 ÷ 19/8 = 1/4 * 8/19.
- Multiply the fractions. A: 1/4 * 8/19 = 8/76.
- Simplify the fraction if possible. A: 8/76 can be simplified to 1/19.