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Dividing Fractions — Quiz

Question 6 • Grade 7 Mathematics

Which expression is equivalent to the fraction with numerator negative 2 and 1 fourth and denominator negative 2 thirds ?

Answer
A
9 fourths divided by open paren negative 3 halves close paren
B
negative 9 fourths divided by 2 thirds
C
9 fourths divided by 3 halves
D
negative 9 fourths divided by open paren negative 2 thirds close paren

Explanation

The mixed number negative 2 and 1 fourth equals negative 9 fourths. So the fraction is negative 9 fourths divided by negative 2 thirds, which matches choice D. The two negative signs make the quotient positive, but they must remain in the expression when writing an equivalent form.

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