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Divide 12/5 with 8/9

1st number: 2 2/5, 2nd number: 8/9

12/5 ÷ 8/9 is 27/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 8/9: 9/8
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 12/5 ÷ 8/9 = 12/5 × 9/8
  3. = 12 × 9/5 × 8 = 108/40
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/10
  5. In mixed form: 27/10

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