8/2 divided by 1/3

8/2 ÷ 1/3
=
12
Decimal: 12
Percentage: 1200%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    1/3 becomes 3/1
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    8/2 × 3/1
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    8 × 3 = 24    2 × 1 = 2
  4. 4
    Simplify
    24/2 = 12/1

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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