31/2 divided by 8/4

31/2 ÷ 8/4
=
31 4
Mixed Number: 7 3/4
Decimal: 7.75
Percentage: 775%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    8/4 becomes 4/8
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    31/2 × 4/8
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    31 × 4 = 124    2 × 8 = 16
  4. 4
    Simplify
    124/16 = 31/4

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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