Question

Select all statements that show correct reasoning for finding 12 ÷ 3/8.

Multiply 12 by 8, then divide by 3.
Multiply 12 by 3, then divide by 8.
Multiply 12 by 1/8, then multiply by 3.
Multiply 3 by 8, then divide by 12.

Answer 1

Correct statements:

Multiply 12 by 8, then divide by 3

This is true because when dividing by a fraction, you can multiply by the reciprocal (flipped, e.g. 8/3 is the reciprocal 3/8)