279/2 divided by 252/4

279/2 ÷ 252/4
=
31 14
Mixed Number: 2 3/14
Decimal: 2.214286
Percentage: 221.43%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    252/4 becomes 4/252
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    279/2 × 4/252
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    279 × 4 = 1116    2 × 252 = 504
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1116/504 = 31/14

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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