42/2 divided by 38/4

42/2 ÷ 38/4
=
42 19
Mixed Number: 2 4/19
Decimal: 2.210526
Percentage: 221.05%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    38/4 becomes 4/38
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/2 × 4/38
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 4 = 168    2 × 38 = 76
  4. 4
    Simplify
    168/76 = 42/19

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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