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Divide 15/8 with 18/12

1st number: 1 7/8, 2nd number: 1 6/12

15/8 ÷ 18/12 is 5/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 18/12: 12/18
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 15/8 ÷ 18/12 = 15/8 × 12/18
  3. = 15 × 12/8 × 18 = 180/144
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 5/4
  5. In mixed form: 11/4

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