51/2 divided by 43/4

51/2 ÷ 43/4
=
102 43
Mixed Number: 2 16/43
Decimal: 2.372093
Percentage: 237.21%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    43/4 becomes 4/43
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    51/2 × 4/43
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    51 × 4 = 204    2 × 43 = 86
  4. 4
    Simplify
    204/86 = 102/43

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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