Question

Susan has 8/9 gallons of water. She drinks 2/5 of it.

Select all the statements that help you determine what fraction of a gallon she has left.

Divide 8/9 by 2/5. No


Divide 2/5 by 8/9. Yes


Multiply the fractions together. No


Multiply 8 x 2 and 9 x 5. No

Can someone check my work please?

Answer 1

My answers:

1. No

2. No

3. Yes. 2/5 * 8/9 = The amount drunk.

4. Yes. 2/5 * 8/9 = 16/45 = The amount drunk.