53/2 divided by 86/4

53/2 ÷ 86/4
=
53 43
Mixed Number: 1 10/43
Decimal: 1.232558
Percentage: 123.26%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    86/4 becomes 4/86
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    53/2 × 4/86
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    53 × 4 = 212    2 × 86 = 172
  4. 4
    Simplify
    212/172 = 53/43

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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