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What is the quotient of −5/8÷−2/3?
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To solve this problem, we need to remember that dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal.
The reciprocal of -2/3 is -3/2.
Therefore, -5/8 ÷ -2/3 is equal to -5/8 * -3/2.
When multiplying fractions, we multiply the numerators and denominators separately.
(-5 * -3) / (8 * 2) = 15/16.
So, the quotient of -5/8 ÷ -2/3 is 15/16.
The reciprocal of -2/3 is -3/2.
Therefore, -5/8 ÷ -2/3 is equal to -5/8 * -3/2.
When multiplying fractions, we multiply the numerators and denominators separately.
(-5 * -3) / (8 * 2) = 15/16.
So, the quotient of -5/8 ÷ -2/3 is 15/16.
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