55/2 divided by 74/4

55/2 ÷ 74/4
=
55 37
Mixed Number: 1 18/37
Decimal: 1.486486
Percentage: 148.65%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    74/4 becomes 4/74
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    55/2 × 4/74
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    55 × 4 = 220    2 × 74 = 148
  4. 4
    Simplify
    220/148 = 55/37

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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