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0580/13 May/Jun 2021, Question 16: Multiplication and Division of Fractions

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 13 (Core) · Calculator · 3 marks

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The question, in short

Without a calculator, divide the mixed numbers 1 2/3 and 7 1/2, showing all working and giving the answer as a fraction in simplest form.

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Solution · 3 marks

  1. 11 2/3 = 5/3 and 7 1/2 = 15/2
  2. 25/3 ÷ 15/2 = 5/3 × 2/15
  3. 3= 10/45
  4. 4= 2/9

Answer2/9

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