71/2 divided by 84/4

71/2 ÷ 84/4
=
71 42
Mixed Number: 1 29/42
Decimal: 1.690476
Percentage: 169.05%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    84/4 becomes 4/84
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    71/2 × 4/84
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    71 × 4 = 284    2 × 84 = 168
  4. 4
    Simplify
    284/168 = 71/42

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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