5/6 divided by 1/3

5/6 ÷ 1/3
=
5 2
Mixed Number: 2 1/2
Decimal: 2.5
Percentage: 250%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    1/3 becomes 3/1
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    5/6 × 3/1
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    5 × 3 = 15    6 × 1 = 6
  4. 4
    Simplify
    15/6 = 5/2

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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