Question

Which of the following correctly represents the first step in dividing `3/5` by `2/7`?

Options

• `3/5` × `2/7`

• `3/5` × `7/2`

• `5/3` × `2/7`

• `5/3` × `7/2`

Answer 1

`3/5` × `7/2`

Explanation:

To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. The reciprocal of `2/7` is `7/2`.