196/2 divided by 259/3

196/2 ÷ 259/3
=
42 37
Mixed Number: 1 5/37
Decimal: 1.135135
Percentage: 113.51%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    259/3 becomes 3/259
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    196/2 × 3/259
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    196 × 3 = 588    2 × 259 = 518
  4. 4
    Simplify
    588/518 = 42/37

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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