42/2 divided by 7/3

42/2 ÷ 7/3
=
9
Decimal: 9
Percentage: 900%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    7/3 becomes 3/7
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/2 × 3/7
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 3 = 126    2 × 7 = 14
  4. 4
    Simplify
    126/14 = 9/1

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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