171/2 divided by 216/3

171/2 ÷ 216/3
=
19 16
Mixed Number: 1 3/16
Decimal: 1.1875
Percentage: 118.75%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    216/3 becomes 3/216
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    171/2 × 3/216
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    171 × 3 = 513    2 × 216 = 432
  4. 4
    Simplify
    513/432 = 19/16

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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