8/4 divided by 12/2

8/4 ÷ 12/2
=
1 3
Decimal: 0.333333
Percentage: 33.33%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    12/2 becomes 2/12
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    8/4 × 2/12
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    8 × 2 = 16    4 × 12 = 48
  4. 4
    Simplify
    16/48 = 1/3

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.

Try Another Calculation