15/6 divided by 5/3

15/6 ÷ 5/3
=
3 2
Mixed Number: 1 1/2
Decimal: 1.5
Percentage: 150%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    5/3 becomes 3/5
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    15/6 × 3/5
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    15 × 3 = 45    6 × 5 = 30
  4. 4
    Simplify
    45/30 = 3/2

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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