87/2 divided by 20/3

87/2 ÷ 20/3
=
261 40
Mixed Number: 6 21/40
Decimal: 6.525
Percentage: 652.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    20/3 becomes 3/20
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    87/2 × 3/20
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    87 × 3 = 261    2 × 20 = 40
  4. 4
    Simplify
    261/40 = 261/40

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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