48/2 divided by 40/3

48/2 ÷ 40/3
=
9 5
Mixed Number: 1 4/5
Decimal: 1.8
Percentage: 180%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    40/3 becomes 3/40
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    48/2 × 3/40
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    48 × 3 = 144    2 × 40 = 80
  4. 4
    Simplify
    144/80 = 9/5

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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