36/3 divided by 16/6

36/3 ÷ 16/6
=
9 2
Mixed Number: 4 1/2
Decimal: 4.5
Percentage: 450%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    16/6 becomes 6/16
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    36/3 × 6/16
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    36 × 6 = 216    3 × 16 = 48
  4. 4
    Simplify
    216/48 = 9/2

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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