8/3 divided by 5/6

8/3 ÷ 5/6
=
16 5
Mixed Number: 3 1/5
Decimal: 3.2
Percentage: 320%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    5/6 becomes 6/5
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    8/3 × 6/5
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    8 × 6 = 48    3 × 5 = 15
  4. 4
    Simplify
    48/15 = 16/5

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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