40/2 divided by 17/3

40/2 ÷ 17/3
=
60 17
Mixed Number: 3 9/17
Decimal: 3.529412
Percentage: 352.94%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    17/3 becomes 3/17
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    40/2 × 3/17
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    40 × 3 = 120    2 × 17 = 34
  4. 4
    Simplify
    120/34 = 60/17

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.

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