142/2 divided by 36/3

142/2 ÷ 36/3
=
71 12
Mixed Number: 5 11/12
Decimal: 5.916667
Percentage: 591.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    36/3 becomes 3/36
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    142/2 × 3/36
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    142 × 3 = 426    2 × 36 = 72
  4. 4
    Simplify
    426/72 = 71/12

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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