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Divide 7/5 with 36/40

1st number: 1 2/5, 2nd number: 36/40

7/5 ÷ 36/40 is 14/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 36/40: 40/36
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 7/5 ÷ 36/40 = 7/5 × 40/36
  3. = 7 × 40/5 × 36 = 280/180
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 14/9
  5. In mixed form: 15/9

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