21/2 divided by 7/3

21/2 ÷ 7/3
=
9 2
Mixed Number: 4 1/2
Decimal: 4.5
Percentage: 450%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    7/3 becomes 3/7
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    21/2 × 3/7
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    21 × 3 = 63    2 × 7 = 14
  4. 4
    Simplify
    63/14 = 9/2

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.

Try Another Calculation