71/2 divided by 48/4

71/2 ÷ 48/4
=
71 24
Mixed Number: 2 23/24
Decimal: 2.958333
Percentage: 295.83%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    48/4 becomes 4/48
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    71/2 × 4/48
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    71 × 4 = 284    2 × 48 = 96
  4. 4
    Simplify
    284/96 = 71/24

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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