159/2 divided by 86/4

159/2 ÷ 86/4
=
159 43
Mixed Number: 3 30/43
Decimal: 3.697674
Percentage: 369.77%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    86/4 becomes 4/86
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    159/2 × 4/86
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    159 × 4 = 636    2 × 86 = 172
  4. 4
    Simplify
    636/172 = 159/43

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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