71/2 divided by 83/4

71/2 ÷ 83/4
=
142 83
Mixed Number: 1 59/83
Decimal: 1.710843
Percentage: 171.08%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    83/4 becomes 4/83
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    71/2 × 4/83
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    71 × 4 = 284    2 × 83 = 166
  4. 4
    Simplify
    284/166 = 142/83

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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