87/3 divided by 43/5

87/3 ÷ 43/5
=
145 43
Mixed Number: 3 16/43
Decimal: 3.372093
Percentage: 337.21%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    43/5 becomes 5/43
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    87/3 × 5/43
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    87 × 5 = 435    3 × 43 = 129
  4. 4
    Simplify
    435/129 = 145/43

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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