Answers

Divide 42/5 with 12/8

1^st number: 8 2/5, 2^nd number: 1 4/8

42/5 ÷ 12/8 is 28/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/8: 8/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/5 ÷ 12/8 = 42/5 × 8/12
3. = 42 × 8/5 × 12 = 336/60
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 28/5
5. In mixed form: 53/5

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