159/2 divided by 72/4

159/2 ÷ 72/4
=
53 12
Mixed Number: 4 5/12
Decimal: 4.416667
Percentage: 441.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    72/4 becomes 4/72
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    159/2 × 4/72
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    159 × 4 = 636    2 × 72 = 144
  4. 4
    Simplify
    636/144 = 53/12

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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