17/3 divided by 12/5

17/3 ÷ 12/5
=
85 36
Mixed Number: 2 13/36
Decimal: 2.361111
Percentage: 236.11%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    12/5 becomes 5/12
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    17/3 × 5/12
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    17 × 5 = 85    3 × 12 = 36
  4. 4
    Simplify
    85/36 = 85/36

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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