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8 October, 10:34

If multiplying by 1/4 makes a positive number smaller, then what dividing by 1/4 do to the value of the number? Explain your reasoning.

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  1. 8 October, 10:48
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    It would quadruple it.

    Step-by-step explanation:

    When you divide by a fraction you first flip it then you multiply straight across. For example 3 / (1/4) you flip then multiply which gives you 3/1 * 4/1 = 12/1 which simplifies to 12
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