42/2 divided by 69/4

42/2 ÷ 69/4
=
28 23
Mixed Number: 1 5/23
Decimal: 1.217391
Percentage: 121.74%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    69/4 becomes 4/69
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/2 × 4/69
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 4 = 168    2 × 69 = 138
  4. 4
    Simplify
    168/138 = 28/23

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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