If a fraction is multiplied by itself and then divided by the reciprocal of the same fraction, the result is 18 26/27. Find the fraction.

• A. 9 2/3
• B. 7 2/3
• C. 2 2/3
• D. 5 2/3

Answer: (C)

If the required fraction be P According to the question (P x P) / (1/P) = 18 26/27⇒ P³ = 512/27∴ P = 8/3 = 2 2/3