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Divide 8/5 with 42/64

1st number: 1 3/5, 2nd number: 42/64

8/5 ÷ 42/64 is 256/105.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 42/64: 64/42
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 8/5 ÷ 42/64 = 8/5 × 64/42
  3. = 8 × 64/5 × 42 = 512/210
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 256/105
  5. In mixed form: 246/105

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