259/2 divided by 189/4

259/2 ÷ 189/4
=
74 27
Mixed Number: 2 20/27
Decimal: 2.740741
Percentage: 274.07%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    189/4 becomes 4/189
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    259/2 × 4/189
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    259 × 4 = 1036    2 × 189 = 378
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1036/378 = 74/27

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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