53/2 divided by 71/4

53/2 ÷ 71/4
=
106 71
Mixed Number: 1 35/71
Decimal: 1.492958
Percentage: 149.3%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    71/4 becomes 4/71
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    53/2 × 4/71
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    53 × 4 = 212    2 × 71 = 142
  4. 4
    Simplify
    212/142 = 106/71

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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