72/2 divided by 39/4

72/2 ÷ 39/4
=
48 13
Mixed Number: 3 9/13
Decimal: 3.692308
Percentage: 369.23%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    39/4 becomes 4/39
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    72/2 × 4/39
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    72 × 4 = 288    2 × 39 = 78
  4. 4
    Simplify
    288/78 = 48/13

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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