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Divide 15/6 with 12/9

1st number: 2 3/6, 2nd number: 1 3/9

15/6 ÷ 12/9 is 15/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 12/9: 9/12
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 15/6 ÷ 12/9 = 15/6 × 9/12
  3. = 15 × 9/6 × 12 = 135/72
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 15/8
  5. In mixed form: 17/8

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