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0580/12 May/Jun 2022, Question 5: Written Methods of Division

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 12 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

Apply Arania's doubling method to compute 135 ÷ 12 1/2 without a calculator, showing the equivalent fraction steps.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1Double both numbers: 135 ÷ 12 1/2 = 270 ÷ 25
  2. 2Double again: = 540 ÷ 50
  3. 3Double again: = 1080 ÷ 100
  4. 4= 10.8

Answer135 ÷ 12 1/2 = 270 ÷ 25 = 540 ÷ 50 = 1080 ÷ 100 = 10.8

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