10/2 divided by 50/4

10/2 ÷ 50/4
=
2 5
Decimal: 0.4
Percentage: 40%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    50/4 becomes 4/50
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    10/2 × 4/50
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    10 × 4 = 40    2 × 50 = 100
  4. 4
    Simplify
    40/100 = 2/5

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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