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Divide 12/7 with 40/45

1st number: 1 5/7, 2nd number: 40/45

12/7 ÷ 40/45 is 27/14.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 40/45: 45/40
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 12/7 ÷ 40/45 = 12/7 × 45/40
  3. = 12 × 45/7 × 40 = 540/280
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/14
  5. In mixed form: 113/14

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