Answers

Divide 42/12 with 20/9

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

42/12 ÷ 20/9 is 63/40.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/9: 9/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/12 ÷ 20/9 = 42/12 × 9/20
3. = 42 × 9/12 × 20 = 378/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 63/40
5. In mixed form: 123/40

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