Question

9 what is the value of the expression below? $56 div \frac{1}{17}$
a $\frac{1}{952}$
b $\frac{17}{56}$
c $3\frac{5}{17}$
d 952

Explanation:

Step1: Recall division by fraction rule

To divide by a fraction, multiply by its reciprocal. So, \(56\div\frac{1}{17}=56\times17\).

Step2: Calculate the product

\(56\times17 = (50 + 6)\times17=50\times17+6\times17 = 850+102 = 952\).

Answer:

D. 952