Answers

Divide 42/8 with 2/6

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 2/6

42/8 ÷ 2/6 is 63/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/6: 6/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/8 ÷ 2/6 = 42/8 × 6/2
3. = 42 × 6/8 × 2 = 252/16
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 63/4
5. In mixed form: 153/4

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