Fractions (relevant for 6Q1)

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Let's solve a similar problem using the number 18 1/2 instead of 17 1/2. The task is to determine how many one-fifths are in 18 1/2.

First, convert 18 1/2 into an improper fraction:

18 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{37}{2}

Next, divide this by 1/5:

\frac{37}{2} \div \frac{1}{5} = \frac{37}{2} \times \frac{5}{1} = \frac{185}{2}

Finally, convert the result back to a mixed number:

\frac{185}{2} = 92 \frac{1}{2}

Therefore, there are $92 \frac{1}{2}$ one-fifths in 18 1/2.

Done