Divide fractions and mixed numbers
To divide mixed numbers by fractions:
1. Write mixed numbers and whole numbers as improper fractions.
2. Multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor.
Divide . Simplify your answer and write it as a proper fraction or as a whole or mixed number.
Write as an improper fraction:
Turn this from a division problem into a multiplication problem by multiplying by the reciprocal.
Now multiply.
Simplify the answer.
Divide 5
Simplify your answer and write it as a proper fraction or as a whole or mixed number.
