1/2 divided by 1/4

1/2 ÷ 1/4
=
2
Decimal: 2
Percentage: 200%

Step-by-Step Solution

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

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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