17/2 divided by 71/4

17/2 ÷ 71/4
=
34 71
Decimal: 0.478873
Percentage: 47.89%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    71/4 becomes 4/71
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    17/2 × 4/71
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    17 × 4 = 68    2 × 71 = 142
  4. 4
    Simplify
    68/142 = 34/71

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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