49/4 divided by 40/4
49/4 ÷ 40/4
=
49
40
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction40/4 becomes 4/40
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2Multiply by reciprocal49/4 × 4/40
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3Multiply numerators & denominators49 × 4 = 196 4 × 40 = 160
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4Simplify196/160 = 49/40
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.