53/2 divided by 40/4

53/2 ÷ 40/4
=
53 20
Mixed Number: 2 13/20
Decimal: 2.65
Percentage: 265%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    40/4 becomes 4/40
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    53/2 × 4/40
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    53 × 4 = 212    2 × 40 = 80
  4. 4
    Simplify
    212/80 = 53/20

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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