40/5 divided by 18/6

40/5 ÷ 18/6
=
8 3
Mixed Number: 2 2/3
Decimal: 2.666667
Percentage: 266.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    18/6 becomes 6/18
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    40/5 × 6/18
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    40 × 6 = 240    5 × 18 = 90
  4. 4
    Simplify
    240/90 = 8/3

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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