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Divide 15/2 with 8/9

1st number: 7 1/2, 2nd number: 8/9

15/2 ÷ 8/9 is 135/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 8/9: 9/8
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 15/2 ÷ 8/9 = 15/2 × 9/8
  3. = 15 × 9/2 × 8 = 135/16
  4. In mixed form: 87/16

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