5/2 divided by 2/4

5/2 ÷ 2/4
=
5
Decimal: 5
Percentage: 500%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    2/4 becomes 4/2
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    5/2 × 4/2
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    5 × 4 = 20    2 × 2 = 4
  4. 4
    Simplify
    20/4 = 5/1

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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