279/2 divided by 179/4

279/2 ÷ 179/4
=
558 179
Mixed Number: 3 21/179
Decimal: 3.117318
Percentage: 311.73%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    179/4 becomes 4/179
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    279/2 × 4/179
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    279 × 4 = 1116    2 × 179 = 358
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1116/358 = 558/179

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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