272/2 divided by 240/3

272/2 ÷ 240/3
=
17 10
Mixed Number: 1 7/10
Decimal: 1.7
Percentage: 170%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    240/3 becomes 3/240
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    272/2 × 3/240
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    272 × 3 = 816    2 × 240 = 480
  4. 4
    Simplify
    816/480 = 17/10

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