Answers

Divide 42/12 with 15/9

1^st number: 3 6/12, 2^nd number: 1 6/9

42/12 ÷ 15/9 is 21/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 15/9: 9/15
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/12 ÷ 15/9 = 42/12 × 9/15
3. = 42 × 9/12 × 15 = 378/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/10
5. In mixed form: 21/10

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