72/3 divided by 50/5

72/3 ÷ 50/5
=
12 5
Mixed Number: 2 2/5
Decimal: 2.4
Percentage: 240%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    50/5 becomes 5/50
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    72/3 × 5/50
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    72 × 5 = 360    3 × 50 = 150
  4. 4
    Simplify
    360/150 = 12/5

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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