Answers

Divide 42/12 with 27/40

1^st number: 3 6/12, 2^nd number: 27/40

42/12 ÷ 27/40 is 140/27.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 27/40: 40/27
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/12 ÷ 27/40 = 42/12 × 40/27
3. = 42 × 40/12 × 27 = 1680/324
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 140/27
5. In mixed form: 55/27

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