Question

5/8 divided by 1/2 equals

Answer 1

To divide fractions, you multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

So, to divide \( \frac{5}{8} \) by \( \frac{1}{2} \):

\[
\frac{5}{8} \div \frac{1}{2} = \frac{5}{8} \times \frac{2}{1}
\]

Now, multiply the fractions:

\[
\frac{5 \times 2}{8 \times 1} = \frac{10}{8}
\]

Next, simplify \( \frac{10}{8} \):

\[
\frac{10}{8} = \frac{5}{4}
\]

So, \( \frac{5}{8} \div \frac{1}{2} = \frac{5}{4} \) or \( 1.25 \).