259/4 divided by 243/2
259/4 ÷ 243/2
=
259
486
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction243/2 becomes 2/243
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2Multiply by reciprocal259/4 × 2/243
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3Multiply numerators & denominators259 × 2 = 518 4 × 243 = 972
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4Simplify518/972 = 259/486
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.