278/2 divided by 240/4

278/2 ÷ 240/4
=
139 60
Mixed Number: 2 19/60
Decimal: 2.316667
Percentage: 231.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    240/4 becomes 4/240
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    278/2 × 4/240
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    278 × 4 = 1112    2 × 240 = 480
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1112/480 = 139/60

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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