Question

divide. express the quotient as a fraction in simplest form. 4 ÷ 3/8 = note: use slash (/) to separate numerator and denominator.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall division of fractions rule

To divide by a fraction, multiply by its reciprocal. So, \(4\div\frac{3}{8}\) becomes \(4\times\frac{8}{3}\).

Step2: Multiply the whole number and fraction

\(4\) can be written as \(\frac{4}{1}\), so \(\frac{4}{1}\times\frac{8}{3}=\frac{4\times8}{1\times3}=\frac{32}{3}\).

Answer:

32/3