16/4 divided by 12/5

16/4 ÷ 12/5
=
5 3
Mixed Number: 1 2/3
Decimal: 1.666667
Percentage: 166.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    12/5 becomes 5/12
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    16/4 × 5/12
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    16 × 5 = 80    4 × 12 = 48
  4. 4
    Simplify
    80/48 = 5/3

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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