171/2 divided by 142/3

171/2 ÷ 142/3
=
513 284
Mixed Number: 1 229/284
Decimal: 1.806338
Percentage: 180.63%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    142/3 becomes 3/142
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    171/2 × 3/142
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    171 × 3 = 513    2 × 142 = 284
  4. 4
    Simplify
    513/284 = 513/284

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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