21/2 divided by 4/3

21/2 ÷ 4/3
=
63 8
Mixed Number: 7 7/8
Decimal: 7.875
Percentage: 787.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    4/3 becomes 3/4
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    21/2 × 3/4
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    21 × 3 = 63    2 × 4 = 8
  4. 4
    Simplify
    63/8 = 63/8

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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