Basic Math Examples

Simplify 8 2/5÷7
Step 1
Convert to an improper fraction.
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Step 1.1
A mixed number is an addition of its whole and fractional parts.
Step 1.2
Add and .
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Step 1.2.1
To write as a fraction with a common denominator, multiply by .
Step 1.2.2
Combine and .
Step 1.2.3
Combine the numerators over the common denominator.
Step 1.2.4
Simplify the numerator.
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Step 1.2.4.1
Multiply by .
Step 1.2.4.2
Add and .
Step 2
Rewrite the division as a fraction.
Step 3
Multiply the numerator by the reciprocal of the denominator.
Step 4
Cancel the common factor of .
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Step 4.1
Factor out of .
Step 4.2
Cancel the common factor.
Step 4.3
Rewrite the expression.
Step 5
The result can be shown in multiple forms.
Exact Form:
Decimal Form:
Mixed Number Form: