42/2 divided by 48/4

42/2 ÷ 48/4
=
7 4
Mixed Number: 1 3/4
Decimal: 1.75
Percentage: 175%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    48/4 becomes 4/48
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/2 × 4/48
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 4 = 168    2 × 48 = 96
  4. 4
    Simplify
    168/96 = 7/4

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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