Math Snap

STEP 1

Assumptions1. The dividend is9.8. The divisor is0

STEP 2

By definition, division is the process of splitting a number (dividend) into equal parts by another number (divisor). However, when the divisor is0, it means we are trying to split the number into no parts, which is an undefined operation in mathematics.
So, the quotient of any number divided by zero is undefined.

STEP 3

Therefore, the answer to part (a) is B. undefined.
b) What is the quotient of $9.8 \div0$?

STEP 4

As we established in2, division by zero is undefined in mathematics. Therefore, the quotient of $9.8 \div0$ does not exist.
c) Does the answer in part (b) make sense?

Yes, the answer in part (b) makes sense because division by zero is an undefined operation in mathematics. This is because we cannot split any number into zero parts.