196/2 divided by 72/4

196/2 ÷ 72/4
=
49 9
Mixed Number: 5 4/9
Decimal: 5.444444
Percentage: 544.44%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    72/4 becomes 4/72
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    196/2 × 4/72
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    196 × 4 = 784    2 × 72 = 144
  4. 4
    Simplify
    784/144 = 49/9

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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