278/2 divided by 188/4

278/2 ÷ 188/4
=
139 47
Mixed Number: 2 45/47
Decimal: 2.957447
Percentage: 295.74%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    188/4 becomes 4/188
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    278/2 × 4/188
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    278 × 4 = 1112    2 × 188 = 376
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1112/376 = 139/47

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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