17/3 divided by 12/4

17/3 ÷ 12/4
=
17 9
Mixed Number: 1 8/9
Decimal: 1.888889
Percentage: 188.89%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    12/4 becomes 4/12
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    17/3 × 4/12
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    17 × 4 = 68    3 × 12 = 36
  4. 4
    Simplify
    68/36 = 17/9

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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