42/2 divided by 80/4

42/2 ÷ 80/4
=
21 20
Mixed Number: 1 1/20
Decimal: 1.05
Percentage: 105%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    80/4 becomes 4/80
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/2 × 4/80
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 4 = 168    2 × 80 = 160
  4. 4
    Simplify
    168/160 = 21/20

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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