51/2 divided by 143/3

51/2 ÷ 143/3
=
153 286
Decimal: 0.534965
Percentage: 53.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    143/3 becomes 3/143
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    51/2 × 3/143
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    51 × 3 = 153    2 × 143 = 286
  4. 4
    Simplify
    153/286 = 153/286

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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