259/2 divided by 252/4

259/2 ÷ 252/4
=
37 18
Mixed Number: 2 1/18
Decimal: 2.055556
Percentage: 205.56%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    252/4 becomes 4/252
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    259/2 × 4/252
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    259 × 4 = 1036    2 × 252 = 504
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1036/504 = 37/18

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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