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Divide 24/8 with 40/50

1st number: 3 0/8, 2nd number: 40/50

24/8 ÷ 40/50 is 15/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 40/50: 50/40
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 24/8 ÷ 40/50 = 24/8 × 50/40
  3. = 24 × 50/8 × 40 = 1200/320
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 15/4
  5. In mixed form: 33/4

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