To divide by a fraction, we need to remember to flip the second fraction (the divisor) and change the division sign to a multiplication sign.
So, 5 ÷ 1/8 can be rewritten as 5 x 8/1.
Multiplying 5 by 8 gives us 40.
Therefore, the quotient of 5 ÷ 1/8 is 40.
Find the quotient of 5 ÷ 1/8.
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