To find the quotient of two numbers, you divide the first number by the second number.
1. Quotient of -18.42 ÷ -1.2:
Dividing -18.42 by -1.2, we get:
-18.42 ÷ -1.2 = 15.35
Therefore, the quotient of -18.42 ÷ -1.2 is 15.35.
2. Quotient of -18.42 ÷ -1/2:
When dealing with fractions, dividing involves multiplying by the reciprocal of the second fraction.
Dividing -18.42 by -1/2 can be rewritten as multiplying -18.42 by the reciprocal of -1/2, which is -2/1 or -2.
-18.42 ÷ -1/2 = -18.42 × -2 = 36.84
Therefore, the quotient of -18.42 ÷ -1/2 is 36.84.