Answers

Divide 40/12 with 8/42

1^st number: 3 4/12, 2^nd number: 8/42

40/12 ÷ 8/42 is 35/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 8/42: 42/8
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/12 ÷ 8/42 = 40/12 × 42/8
3. = 40 × 42/12 × 8 = 1680/96
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 35/2
5. In mixed form: 171/2

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