Answers

Divide 42/12 with 42/20

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

42/12 ÷ 42/20 is 5/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/20: 20/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/12 ÷ 42/20 = 42/12 × 20/42
3. = 42 × 20/12 × 42 = 840/504
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 5/3
5. In mixed form: 12/3

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