27/2 divided by 48/4

27/2 ÷ 48/4
=
9 8
Mixed Number: 1 1/8
Decimal: 1.125
Percentage: 112.5%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    48/4 becomes 4/48
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    27/2 × 4/48
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    27 × 4 = 108    2 × 48 = 96
  4. 4
    Simplify
    108/96 = 9/8

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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