16/2 divided by 16/4
16/2 ÷ 16/4
=
2
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction16/4 becomes 4/16
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2Multiply by reciprocal16/2 × 4/16
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3Multiply numerators & denominators16 × 4 = 64 2 × 16 = 32
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4Simplify64/32 = 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.