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Divide 5/2 with 18/12

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

5/2 ÷ 18/12 is 5/3.

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, 5/2 ÷ 18/12 = 5/2 × 12/18
  3. = 5 × 12/2 × 18 = 60/36
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 5/3
  5. In mixed form: 12/3

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