Answers

Divide 42/8 with 20/7

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 2 6/7

42/8 ÷ 20/7 is 147/80.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/7: 7/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/8 ÷ 20/7 = 42/8 × 7/20
3. = 42 × 7/8 × 20 = 294/160
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 147/80
5. In mixed form: 167/80

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