42/2 divided by 55/4

42/2 ÷ 55/4
=
84 55
Mixed Number: 1 29/55
Decimal: 1.527273
Percentage: 152.73%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    55/4 becomes 4/55
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/2 × 4/55
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 4 = 168    2 × 55 = 110
  4. 4
    Simplify
    168/110 = 84/55

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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