64/2 divided by 72/4

64/2 ÷ 72/4
=
16 9
Mixed Number: 1 7/9
Decimal: 1.777778
Percentage: 177.78%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    72/4 becomes 4/72
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    64/2 × 4/72
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    64 × 4 = 256    2 × 72 = 144
  4. 4
    Simplify
    256/144 = 16/9

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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