How is 3 fourths divided by 1 and one half?

Answer 1

3

Answer 2

The easiest method is to convert the mixed number divisor to an improper fraction, then use the normal method to divide fractions: invert the divisor and multiply:

3/4 ÷ 1 1/2 = 3/4 ÷ (1×2+1)/2

= 3/4 ÷ 3/2

= 3/4 × 2/3

= (3×2)/(4×3)

= 6/12

= 1/2