Answers

Divide 40/8 with 15/8

1^st number: 5 0/8, 2^nd number: 1 7/8

40/8 ÷ 15/8 is 8/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 15/8: 8/15
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/8 ÷ 15/8 = 40/8 × 8/15
3. = 40 × 8/8 × 15 = 320/120
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 8/3
5. In mixed form: 22/3

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