Answers

Divide 42/20 with 7/8

1^st number: 2 2/20, 2^nd number: 7/8

42/20 ÷ 7/8 is 12/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 7/8: 8/7
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/20 ÷ 7/8 = 42/20 × 8/7
3. = 42 × 8/20 × 7 = 336/140
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 12/5
5. In mixed form: 22/5

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