30/3 divided by 85/5
30/3 ÷ 85/5
=
10
17
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction85/5 becomes 5/85
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2Multiply by reciprocal30/3 × 5/85
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3Multiply numerators & denominators30 × 5 = 150 3 × 85 = 255
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4Simplify150/255 = 10/17
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.