53/5 divided by 71/3

53/5 ÷ 71/3
=
159 355
Decimal: 0.447887
Percentage: 44.79%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    71/3 becomes 3/71
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    53/5 × 3/71
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    53 × 3 = 159    5 × 71 = 355
  4. 4
    Simplify
    159/355 = 159/355

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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