221/2 divided by 221/4
221/2 ÷ 221/4
=
2
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction221/4 becomes 4/221
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2Multiply by reciprocal221/2 × 4/221
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3Multiply numerators & denominators221 × 4 = 884 2 × 221 = 442
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4Simplify884/442 = 2/1
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.