51/2 divided by 54/4

51/2 ÷ 54/4
=
17 9
Mixed Number: 1 8/9
Decimal: 1.888889
Percentage: 188.89%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    54/4 becomes 4/54
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    51/2 × 4/54
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    51 × 4 = 204    2 × 54 = 108
  4. 4
    Simplify
    204/108 = 17/9

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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