259/4 divided by 248/2
259/4 ÷ 248/2
=
259
496
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction248/2 becomes 2/248
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2Multiply by reciprocal259/4 × 2/248
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3Multiply numerators & denominators259 × 2 = 518 4 × 248 = 992
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4Simplify518/992 = 259/496
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.