51/2 divided by 48/3

51/2 ÷ 48/3
=
51 32
Mixed Number: 1 19/32
Decimal: 1.59375
Percentage: 159.38%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    48/3 becomes 3/48
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    51/2 × 3/48
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    51 × 3 = 153    2 × 48 = 96
  4. 4
    Simplify
    153/96 = 51/32

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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