5/2 divided by 24/3

5/2 ÷ 24/3
=
5 16
Decimal: 0.3125
Percentage: 31.25%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    24/3 becomes 3/24
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    5/2 × 3/24
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    5 × 3 = 15    2 × 24 = 48
  4. 4
    Simplify
    15/48 = 5/16

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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