8/2 divided by 16/4

8/2 ÷ 16/4
=
1
Decimal: 1
Percentage: 100%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    16/4 becomes 4/16
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    8/2 × 4/16
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    8 × 4 = 32    2 × 16 = 32
  4. 4
    Simplify
    32/32 = 1/1

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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