51/2 divided by 85/3

51/2 ÷ 85/3
=
9 10
Decimal: 0.9
Percentage: 90%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    85/3 becomes 3/85
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    51/2 × 3/85
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    51 × 3 = 153    2 × 85 = 170
  4. 4
    Simplify
    153/170 = 9/10

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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