53/4 divided by 53/2
53/4 ÷ 53/2
=
1
2
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Take reciprocal of second fraction53/2 becomes 2/53
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2Multiply by reciprocal53/4 × 2/53
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3Multiply numerators & denominators53 × 2 = 106 4 × 53 = 212
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4Simplify106/212 = 1/2
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.