257/2 divided by 158/4

257/2 ÷ 158/4
=
257 79
Mixed Number: 3 20/79
Decimal: 3.253165
Percentage: 325.32%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    158/4 becomes 4/158
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    257/2 × 4/158
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    257 × 4 = 1028    2 × 158 = 316
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1028/316 = 257/79

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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