170/5 divided by 270/3

170/5 ÷ 270/3
=
17 45
Decimal: 0.377778
Percentage: 37.78%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    270/3 becomes 3/270
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    170/5 × 3/270
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    170 × 3 = 510    5 × 270 = 1350
  4. 4
    Simplify
    510/1350 = 17/45

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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