Answers

Divide 42/12 with 20/7

1^st number: 3 6/12, 2^nd number: 2 6/7

42/12 ÷ 20/7 is 49/40.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/7: 7/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/12 ÷ 20/7 = 42/12 × 7/20
3. = 42 × 7/12 × 20 = 294/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/40
5. In mixed form: 19/40

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