85/5 divided by 24/3

85/5 ÷ 24/3
=
17 8
Mixed Number: 2 1/8
Decimal: 2.125
Percentage: 212.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    24/3 becomes 3/24
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    85/5 × 3/24
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    85 × 3 = 255    5 × 24 = 120
  4. 4
    Simplify
    255/120 = 17/8

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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