9/4 divided by 8/5

9/4 ÷ 8/5
=
45 32
Mixed Number: 1 13/32
Decimal: 1.40625
Percentage: 140.63%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    8/5 becomes 5/8
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    9/4 × 5/8
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    9 × 5 = 45    4 × 8 = 32
  4. 4
    Simplify
    45/32 = 45/32

How to Divide Fractions

To divide fractions, use "Keep, Change, Flip": keep the first fraction unchanged, change the ÷ to ×, then flip the second fraction. Multiply and simplify.

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