24/5 divided by 17/3

24/5 ÷ 17/3
=
72 85
Decimal: 0.847059
Percentage: 84.71%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    17/3 becomes 3/17
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    24/5 × 3/17
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    24 × 3 = 72    5 × 17 = 85
  4. 4
    Simplify
    72/85 = 72/85

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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