42/5 divided by 18/6

42/5 ÷ 18/6
=
14 5
Mixed Number: 2 4/5
Decimal: 2.8
Percentage: 280%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    18/6 becomes 6/18
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/5 × 6/18
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 6 = 252    5 × 18 = 90
  4. 4
    Simplify
    252/90 = 14/5

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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