40/2 divided by 120/4

40/2 ÷ 120/4
=
2 3
Decimal: 0.666667
Percentage: 66.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    120/4 becomes 4/120
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    40/2 × 4/120
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    40 × 4 = 160    2 × 120 = 240
  4. 4
    Simplify
    160/240 = 2/3

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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