50/3 divided by 40/6

50/3 ÷ 40/6
=
5 2
Mixed Number: 2 1/2
Decimal: 2.5
Percentage: 250%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    40/6 becomes 6/40
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    50/3 × 6/40
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    50 × 6 = 300    3 × 40 = 120
  4. 4
    Simplify
    300/120 = 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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