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Divide 12/8 with 20/50

1st number: 1 4/8, 2nd number: 20/50

12/8 ÷ 20/50 is 15/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 20/50: 50/20
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 12/8 ÷ 20/50 = 12/8 × 50/20
  3. = 12 × 50/8 × 20 = 600/160
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 15/4
  5. In mixed form: 33/4

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