81/2 divided by 36/3

81/2 ÷ 36/3
=
27 8
Mixed Number: 3 3/8
Decimal: 3.375
Percentage: 337.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    36/3 becomes 3/36
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    81/2 × 3/36
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    81 × 3 = 243    2 × 36 = 72
  4. 4
    Simplify
    243/72 = 27/8

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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