53/2 divided by 31/3

53/2 ÷ 31/3
=
159 62
Mixed Number: 2 35/62
Decimal: 2.564516
Percentage: 256.45%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    31/3 becomes 3/31
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    53/2 × 3/31
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    53 × 3 = 159    2 × 31 = 62
  4. 4
    Simplify
    159/62 = 159/62

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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