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Divide 3/2 with 2/5

1st number: 1 1/2, 2nd number: 2/5

3/2 ÷ 2/5 is 15/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 2/5: 5/2
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 3/2 ÷ 2/5 = 3/2 × 5/2
  3. = 3 × 5/2 × 2 = 15/4
  4. In mixed form: 33/4

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