39/2 divided by 71/4

39/2 ÷ 71/4
=
78 71
Mixed Number: 1 7/71
Decimal: 1.098592
Percentage: 109.86%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    71/4 becomes 4/71
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    39/2 × 4/71
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    39 × 4 = 156    2 × 71 = 142
  4. 4
    Simplify
    156/142 = 78/71

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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