55/3 divided by 48/4

55/3 ÷ 48/4
=
55 36
Mixed Number: 1 19/36
Decimal: 1.527778
Percentage: 152.78%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    48/4 becomes 4/48
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    55/3 × 4/48
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    55 × 4 = 220    3 × 48 = 144
  4. 4
    Simplify
    220/144 = 55/36

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.

Try Another Calculation