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Divide 8/5 with 40/90

1st number: 1 3/5, 2nd number: 40/90

8/5 ÷ 40/90 is 18/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 40/90: 90/40
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 8/5 ÷ 40/90 = 8/5 × 90/40
  3. = 8 × 90/5 × 40 = 720/200
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 18/5
  5. In mixed form: 33/5

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