61/2 divided by 86/4

61/2 ÷ 86/4
=
61 43
Mixed Number: 1 18/43
Decimal: 1.418605
Percentage: 141.86%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    86/4 becomes 4/86
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    61/2 × 4/86
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    61 × 4 = 244    2 × 86 = 172
  4. 4
    Simplify
    244/172 = 61/43

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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