42/2 divided by 53/3

42/2 ÷ 53/3
=
63 53
Mixed Number: 1 10/53
Decimal: 1.188679
Percentage: 118.87%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    53/3 becomes 3/53
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/2 × 3/53
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 3 = 126    2 × 53 = 106
  4. 4
    Simplify
    126/106 = 63/53

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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