40/7 divided by 16/7

40/7 ÷ 16/7
=
5 2
Mixed Number: 2 1/2
Decimal: 2.5
Percentage: 250%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    16/7 becomes 7/16
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    40/7 × 7/16
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    40 × 7 = 280    7 × 16 = 112
  4. 4
    Simplify
    280/112 = 5/2

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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