40/5 divided by 45/3

40/5 ÷ 45/3
=
8 15
Decimal: 0.533333
Percentage: 53.33%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    45/3 becomes 3/45
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    40/5 × 3/45
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    40 × 3 = 120    5 × 45 = 225
  4. 4
    Simplify
    120/225 = 8/15

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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