12/5 divided by 36/6

12/5 ÷ 36/6
=
2 5
Decimal: 0.4
Percentage: 40%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    36/6 becomes 6/36
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    12/5 × 6/36
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    12 × 6 = 72    5 × 36 = 180
  4. 4
    Simplify
    72/180 = 2/5

How to Divide Fractions

To divide fractions, use "Keep, Change, Flip": keep the first fraction unchanged, change the ÷ to ×, then flip the second fraction. Multiply and simplify.

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