280/2 divided by 217/4

280/2 ÷ 217/4
=
80 31
Mixed Number: 2 18/31
Decimal: 2.580645
Percentage: 258.06%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    217/4 becomes 4/217
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    280/2 × 4/217
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    280 × 4 = 1120    2 × 217 = 434
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1120/434 = 80/31

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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