71/2 divided by 48/3

71/2 ÷ 48/3
=
71 32
Mixed Number: 2 7/32
Decimal: 2.21875
Percentage: 221.88%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    48/3 becomes 3/48
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    71/2 × 3/48
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    71 × 3 = 213    2 × 48 = 96
  4. 4
    Simplify
    213/96 = 71/32

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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