27/5 divided by 12/3

27/5 ÷ 12/3
=
27 20
Mixed Number: 1 7/20
Decimal: 1.35
Percentage: 135%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    12/3 becomes 3/12
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    27/5 × 3/12
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    27 × 3 = 81    5 × 12 = 60
  4. 4
    Simplify
    81/60 = 27/20

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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