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Divide 8/5 with 50/72

1st number: 1 3/5, 2nd number: 50/72

8/5 ÷ 50/72 is 288/125.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 50/72: 72/50
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 8/5 ÷ 50/72 = 8/5 × 72/50
  3. = 8 × 72/5 × 50 = 576/250
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 288/125
  5. In mixed form: 238/125

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