120/2 divided by 172/3

120/2 ÷ 172/3
=
45 43
Mixed Number: 1 2/43
Decimal: 1.046512
Percentage: 104.65%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    172/3 becomes 3/172
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    120/2 × 3/172
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    120 × 3 = 360    2 × 172 = 344
  4. 4
    Simplify
    360/344 = 45/43

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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