231/2 divided by 252/3

231/2 ÷ 252/3
=
11 8
Mixed Number: 1 3/8
Decimal: 1.375
Percentage: 137.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    252/3 becomes 3/252
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    231/2 × 3/252
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    231 × 3 = 693    2 × 252 = 504
  4. 4
    Simplify
    693/504 = 11/8

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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