271/2 divided by 255/4

271/2 ÷ 255/4
=
542 255
Mixed Number: 2 32/255
Decimal: 2.12549
Percentage: 212.55%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    255/4 becomes 4/255
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    271/2 × 4/255
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    271 × 4 = 1084    2 × 255 = 510
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1084/510 = 542/255

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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