72/5 divided by 32/3

72/5 ÷ 32/3
=
27 20
Mixed Number: 1 7/20
Decimal: 1.35
Percentage: 135%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    32/3 becomes 3/32
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    72/5 × 3/32
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    72 × 3 = 216    5 × 32 = 160
  4. 4
    Simplify
    216/160 = 27/20

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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