87/5 divided by 38/3

87/5 ÷ 38/3
=
261 190
Mixed Number: 1 71/190
Decimal: 1.373684
Percentage: 137.37%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    38/3 becomes 3/38
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    87/5 × 3/38
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    87 × 3 = 261    5 × 38 = 190
  4. 4
    Simplify
    261/190 = 261/190

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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