38/2 divided by 72/4

38/2 ÷ 72/4
=
19 18
Mixed Number: 1 1/18
Decimal: 1.055556
Percentage: 105.56%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    72/4 becomes 4/72
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    38/2 × 4/72
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    38 × 4 = 152    2 × 72 = 144
  4. 4
    Simplify
    152/144 = 19/18

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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