159/5 divided by 270/3

159/5 ÷ 270/3
=
53 150
Decimal: 0.353333
Percentage: 35.33%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    270/3 becomes 3/270
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    159/5 × 3/270
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    159 × 3 = 477    5 × 270 = 1350
  4. 4
    Simplify
    477/1350 = 53/150

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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