278/2 divided by 280/4

278/2 ÷ 280/4
=
139 70
Mixed Number: 1 69/70
Decimal: 1.985714
Percentage: 198.57%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    280/4 becomes 4/280
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    278/2 × 4/280
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    278 × 4 = 1112    2 × 280 = 560
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1112/560 = 139/70

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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