Answers

Divide 42/8 with 12/21

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 12/21

42/8 ÷ 12/21 is 147/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/21: 21/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/8 ÷ 12/21 = 42/8 × 21/12
3. = 42 × 21/8 × 12 = 882/96
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 147/16
5. In mixed form: 93/16

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