31/2 divided by 24/4

31/2 ÷ 24/4
=
31 12
Mixed Number: 2 7/12
Decimal: 2.583333
Percentage: 258.33%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    24/4 becomes 4/24
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    31/2 × 4/24
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    31 × 4 = 124    2 × 24 = 48
  4. 4
    Simplify
    124/48 = 31/12

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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