38/2 divided by 42/4

38/2 ÷ 42/4
=
38 21
Mixed Number: 1 17/21
Decimal: 1.809524
Percentage: 180.95%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    42/4 becomes 4/42
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    38/2 × 4/42
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    38 × 4 = 152    2 × 42 = 84
  4. 4
    Simplify
    152/84 = 38/21

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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