51/3 divided by 48/6

51/3 ÷ 48/6
=
17 8
Mixed Number: 2 1/8
Decimal: 2.125
Percentage: 212.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    48/6 becomes 6/48
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    51/3 × 6/48
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    51 × 6 = 306    3 × 48 = 144
  4. 4
    Simplify
    306/144 = 17/8

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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