81/2 divided by 87/4

81/2 ÷ 87/4
=
54 29
Mixed Number: 1 25/29
Decimal: 1.862069
Percentage: 186.21%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    87/4 becomes 4/87
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    81/2 × 4/87
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    81 × 4 = 324    2 × 87 = 174
  4. 4
    Simplify
    324/174 = 54/29

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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