Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011
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6. Multiplying and Dividing Real Numbers
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Exercise 42 Page 42

Multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

-9/8

Practice makes perfect

To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

9/10÷ (-4/5)
9/10 (-5/4)
9/10 * - 5/4
9 (-5)/10* 4
-45/40
-45/40
-9/8

The quotient equals - 98.