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Divide 12/5 with 8/49

1st number: 2 2/5, 2nd number: 8/49

12/5 ÷ 8/49 is 147/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 8/49: 49/8
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 12/5 ÷ 8/49 = 12/5 × 49/8
  3. = 12 × 49/5 × 8 = 588/40
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 147/10
  5. In mixed form: 147/10

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