21/2 divided by 38/4

21/2 ÷ 38/4
=
21 19
Mixed Number: 1 2/19
Decimal: 1.105263
Percentage: 110.53%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    38/4 becomes 4/38
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    21/2 × 4/38
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    21 × 4 = 84    2 × 38 = 76
  4. 4
    Simplify
    84/76 = 21/19

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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