21/2 divided by 16/3

21/2 ÷ 16/3
=
63 32
Mixed Number: 1 31/32
Decimal: 1.96875
Percentage: 196.88%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    16/3 becomes 3/16
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    21/2 × 3/16
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    21 × 3 = 63    2 × 16 = 32
  4. 4
    Simplify
    63/32 = 63/32

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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