Question

find the quotient. you can use the model to help.
$1\frac{2}{5} \div \frac{3}{5} = $

Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed number to improper fraction

$1\frac{2}{5} = \frac{1\times5 + 2}{5} = \frac{7}{5}$

Step2: Divide by multiplying by reciprocal

$\frac{7}{5} \div \frac{3}{5} = \frac{7}{5} \times \frac{5}{3}$

Step3: Simplify and calculate product

$\frac{7\times5}{5\times3} = \frac{7}{3}$

Answer:

$\frac{7}{3}$ or $2\frac{1}{3}$