42/3 divided by 45/4

42/3 ÷ 45/4
=
56 45
Mixed Number: 1 11/45
Decimal: 1.244444
Percentage: 124.44%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    45/4 becomes 4/45
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/3 × 4/45
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 4 = 168    3 × 45 = 135
  4. 4
    Simplify
    168/135 = 56/45

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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