261/2 divided by 240/4

261/2 ÷ 240/4
=
87 40
Mixed Number: 2 7/40
Decimal: 2.175
Percentage: 217.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    240/4 becomes 4/240
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    261/2 × 4/240
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    261 × 4 = 1044    2 × 240 = 480
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1044/480 = 87/40

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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