2/5 divided by 17/6

2/5 ÷ 17/6
=
12 85
Decimal: 0.141176
Percentage: 14.12%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    17/6 becomes 6/17
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    2/5 × 6/17
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    2 × 6 = 12    5 × 17 = 85
  4. 4
    Simplify
    12/85 = 12/85

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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