17/2 divided by 8/4

17/2 ÷ 8/4
=
17 4
Mixed Number: 4 1/4
Decimal: 4.25
Percentage: 425%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    8/4 becomes 4/8
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    17/2 × 4/8
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    17 × 4 = 68    2 × 8 = 16
  4. 4
    Simplify
    68/16 = 17/4

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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