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Divide 50/40 with 36/45

1st number: 1 10/40, 2nd number: 36/45

50/40 ÷ 36/45 is 25/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 36/45: 45/36
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 50/40 ÷ 36/45 = 50/40 × 45/36
  3. = 50 × 45/40 × 36 = 2250/1440
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 25/16
  5. In mixed form: 19/16

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