Answers

Divide 42/12 with 20/60

1^st number: 3 6/12, 2^nd number: 20/60

42/12 ÷ 20/60 is 21/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/60: 60/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/12 ÷ 20/60 = 42/12 × 60/20
3. = 42 × 60/12 × 20 = 2520/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/2
5. In mixed form: 101/2

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