5/2 divided by 23/4

5/2 ÷ 23/4
=
10 23
Decimal: 0.434783
Percentage: 43.48%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    23/4 becomes 4/23
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    5/2 × 4/23
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    5 × 4 = 20    2 × 23 = 46
  4. 4
    Simplify
    20/46 = 10/23

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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