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Divide 21/5 with 24/12

1st number: 4 1/5, 2nd number: 2 0/12

21/5 ÷ 24/12 is 21/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 24/12: 12/24
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 21/5 ÷ 24/12 = 21/5 × 12/24
  3. = 21 × 12/5 × 24 = 252/120
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/10
  5. In mixed form: 21/10

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