71/2 divided by 24/4

71/2 ÷ 24/4
=
71 12
Mixed Number: 5 11/12
Decimal: 5.916667
Percentage: 591.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    24/4 becomes 4/24
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    71/2 × 4/24
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    71 × 4 = 284    2 × 24 = 48
  4. 4
    Simplify
    284/48 = 71/12

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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