Question

kate is going to run 2 miles. each lap around the track is \\(\frac{1}{4}\\) mile. she wants to know how many laps she needs to run in all. complete the equation to represent the problem. \\(2 \div \boldsymbol{\text{dropdown}} = 8\\) (dropdown options: \\(\frac{1}{4}\\), 2, 8)

Explanation:

Step1: Identify total and lap distance

Total distance: $2$ miles, lap distance: $\frac{1}{4}$ mile

Step2: Set up division equation

Number of laps = Total distance $\div$ Lap distance
Expression: $2 \div \frac{1}{4}$

Step3: Calculate the result

Dividing by a fraction = multiply by its reciprocal: $2 \times 4 = 8$

Answer:

$2 \div \frac{1}{4} = 8$