Question

divide. write your answer in simplest form.
\\(\frac{7}{12} div \frac{5}{9}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Convert division to multiplication

$\frac{7}{12} \div \frac{5}{9} = \frac{7}{12} \times \frac{9}{5}$

Step2: Multiply numerators and denominators

$\frac{7 \times 9}{12 \times 5} = \frac{63}{60}$

Step3: Simplify the fraction

$\frac{63 \div 3}{60 \div 3} = \frac{21}{20}$

Answer:

$\frac{21}{20}$