Answers

Divide 40/12 with 12/6

1^st number: 3 4/12, 2^nd number: 2 0/6

40/12 ÷ 12/6 is 5/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/6: 6/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/12 ÷ 12/6 = 40/12 × 6/12
3. = 40 × 6/12 × 12 = 240/144
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 5/3
5. In mixed form: 12/3

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