16/5 divided by 8/6

16/5 ÷ 8/6
=
12 5
Mixed Number: 2 2/5
Decimal: 2.4
Percentage: 240%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    8/6 becomes 6/8
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    16/5 × 6/8
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    16 × 6 = 96    5 × 8 = 40
  4. 4
    Simplify
    96/40 = 12/5

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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