158/5 divided by 72/3

158/5 ÷ 72/3
=
79 60
Mixed Number: 1 19/60
Decimal: 1.316667
Percentage: 131.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    72/3 becomes 3/72
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    158/5 × 3/72
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    158 × 3 = 474    5 × 72 = 360
  4. 4
    Simplify
    474/360 = 79/60

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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