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Divide 45/20 with 40/50

1st number: 2 5/20, 2nd number: 40/50

45/20 ÷ 40/50 is 45/16.

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, 45/20 ÷ 40/50 = 45/20 × 50/40
  3. = 45 × 50/20 × 40 = 2250/800
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 45/16
  5. In mixed form: 213/16

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