40/2 divided by 50/4

40/2 ÷ 50/4
=
8 5
Mixed Number: 1 3/5
Decimal: 1.6
Percentage: 160%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    50/4 becomes 4/50
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    40/2 × 4/50
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    40 × 4 = 160    2 × 50 = 100
  4. 4
    Simplify
    160/100 = 8/5

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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