Answers

Divide 56/8 with 36/42

1^st number: 7 0/8, 2^nd number: 36/42

56/8 ÷ 36/42 is 49/6.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/42: 42/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 56/8 ÷ 36/42 = 56/8 × 42/36
3. = 56 × 42/8 × 36 = 2352/288
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/6
5. In mixed form: 81/6

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