How do you simplify 1.7รท8.5? Algebra Properties of Real Numbers Division of Rational Numbers 1 Answer Deepak G. Aug 3, 2016 =0.2 Explanation: 1.78.5 Multiplying numerator and denominator both by 10 we get 1785 =15 =0.2 Answer link Related questions How do you divide rational numbers? How do you divide rational numbers in fraction form? What is the rule in dividing positive and negative rational numbers? How do you divide rational mixed numbers? How do you divide rational numbers in decimal form? How do you divide rational numbers with variables? Is division of rational numbers associative? Is division of rational numbers closed? Is division of rational numbers commutative? What is a reciprocal of a number? See all questions in Division of Rational Numbers Impact of this question 2747 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License