Answers

Divide 42/5 with 27/8

1^st number: 8 2/5, 2^nd number: 3 3/8

42/5 ÷ 27/8 is 112/45.

Steps for dividing fractions

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

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