87/2 divided by 40/3

87/2 ÷ 40/3
=
261 80
Mixed Number: 3 21/80
Decimal: 3.2625
Percentage: 326.25%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    40/3 becomes 3/40
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    87/2 × 3/40
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    87 × 3 = 261    2 × 40 = 80
  4. 4
    Simplify
    261/80 = 261/80

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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