Matt says the expressions 12 divided by p and p divided by 12 are equivalent. Darla says they are not equivalent. Who is correct.

Question

I said yes, if p = 12 the answer would both be 1

Answer 1

They are not equivalent. Suppose that p = 3

12/3 = 4
3/12 = 1/4

Answer 2

Thanks Ms. Sue - this grandma is struggling with helping a 5th grader

Answer 3

I'm a great grandma -- and find it amazing what children have to learn these days.