1/2 divided by 8/4

1/2 ÷ 8/4
=
1 4
Decimal: 0.25
Percentage: 25%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    8/4 becomes 4/8
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    1/2 × 4/8
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    1 × 4 = 4    2 × 8 = 16
  4. 4
    Simplify
    4/16 = 1/4

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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