31/2 divided by 38/4

31/2 ÷ 38/4
=
31 19
Mixed Number: 1 12/19
Decimal: 1.631579
Percentage: 163.16%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    38/4 becomes 4/38
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    31/2 × 4/38
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    31 × 4 = 124    2 × 38 = 76
  4. 4
    Simplify
    124/76 = 31/19

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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