Answers

Divide 42/27 with 5/8

1^st number: 1 15/27, 2^nd number: 5/8

42/27 ÷ 5/8 is 112/45.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/8: 8/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/27 ÷ 5/8 = 42/27 × 8/5
3. = 42 × 8/27 × 5 = 336/135
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 112/45
5. In mixed form: 222/45

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