280/2 divided by 238/4

280/2 ÷ 238/4
=
40 17
Mixed Number: 2 6/17
Decimal: 2.352941
Percentage: 235.29%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    238/4 becomes 4/238
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    280/2 × 4/238
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    280 × 4 = 1120    2 × 238 = 476
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1120/476 = 40/17

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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