51/3 divided by 30/5
51/3 ÷ 30/5
=
17
6
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction30/5 becomes 5/30
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2Multiply by reciprocal51/3 × 5/30
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3Multiply numerators & denominators51 × 5 = 255 3 × 30 = 90
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4Simplify255/90 = 17/6
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.