4/3 divided by 1/8
would the answer be 32/3? Not sure
Yes, you're right. :-)
To divide fractions, you need to follow these steps:
Step 1: Invert the divisor (the second fraction).
In this case, the divisor is 1/8, so we need to find its reciprocal (flip it). The reciprocal of 1/8 is 8/1.
Step 2: Multiply the dividend (the first fraction) by the inverted divisor.
The dividend is 4/3, and the inverted divisor is 8/1. Multiply these fractions: (4/3) * (8/1).
Step 3: Simplify the resulting fraction, if possible.
To simplify, you can cancel out any common factors between the numerator and denominator.
Let's apply these steps to your question:
Step 1: Invert the divisor: 1/8 becomes 8/1.
Step 2: Multiply the dividend by the inverted divisor: (4/3) * (8/1) = (4 * 8) / (3 * 1) = 32/3.
Step 3: The fraction 32/3 cannot be simplified any further, so the result is 32/3.
Therefore, 4/3 divided by 1/8 is equal to 32/3.