87/2 divided by 17/3

87/2 ÷ 17/3
=
261 34
Mixed Number: 7 23/34
Decimal: 7.676471
Percentage: 767.65%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    17/3 becomes 3/17
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    87/2 × 3/17
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    87 × 3 = 261    2 × 17 = 34
  4. 4
    Simplify
    261/34 = 261/34

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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