278/4 divided by 240/4

278/4 ÷ 240/4
=
139 120
Mixed Number: 1 19/120
Decimal: 1.158333
Percentage: 115.83%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    240/4 becomes 4/240
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    278/4 × 4/240
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    278 × 4 = 1112    4 × 240 = 960
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1112/960 = 139/120

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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