278/2 divided by 172/4

278/2 ÷ 172/4
=
139 43
Mixed Number: 3 10/43
Decimal: 3.232558
Percentage: 323.26%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    172/4 becomes 4/172
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    278/2 × 4/172
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    278 × 4 = 1112    2 × 172 = 344
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1112/344 = 139/43

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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