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Divide 15/8 with 12/36

1st number: 1 7/8, 2nd number: 12/36

15/8 ÷ 12/36 is 45/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 12/36: 36/12
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 15/8 ÷ 12/36 = 15/8 × 36/12
  3. = 15 × 36/8 × 12 = 540/96
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 45/8
  5. In mixed form: 55/8

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