Answers

Divide 42/8 with 48/12

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 4 0/12

42/8 ÷ 48/12 is 21/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 48/12: 12/48
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/8 ÷ 48/12 = 42/8 × 12/48
3. = 42 × 12/8 × 48 = 504/384
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/16
5. In mixed form: 15/16

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