71/2 divided by 79/3

71/2 ÷ 79/3
=
213 158
Mixed Number: 1 55/158
Decimal: 1.348101
Percentage: 134.81%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    79/3 becomes 3/79
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    71/2 × 3/79
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    71 × 3 = 213    2 × 79 = 158
  4. 4
    Simplify
    213/158 = 213/158

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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