Question

3 2/9 ÷ 1 2/27

Describe the process for solving the problem step by step.

Remember to show your work for each step.

Don't forget to simplify the answer.

Answer 1

3/1 × 2/9 (Multiply)
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1/1 × 2/27

6/9 (Reduce)
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2/27

2/3 (Use: a÷b/c÷d = a×d/c×b)
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2/27

2×27 (Cross out like terms)
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3×2

27/3 (Divide)

9 is the solution