296/2 divided by 259/4

296/2 ÷ 259/4
=
16 7
Mixed Number: 2 2/7
Decimal: 2.285714
Percentage: 228.57%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    259/4 becomes 4/259
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    296/2 × 4/259
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    296 × 4 = 1184    2 × 259 = 518
  4. 4
    Simplify
    1184/518 = 16/7

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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