42/5 divided by 12/6

42/5 ÷ 12/6
=
21 5
Mixed Number: 4 1/5
Decimal: 4.2
Percentage: 420%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    12/6 becomes 6/12
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    42/5 × 6/12
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    42 × 6 = 252    5 × 12 = 60
  4. 4
    Simplify
    252/60 = 21/5

How to Divide Fractions

To divide fractions, use "Keep, Change, Flip": keep the first fraction unchanged, change the ÷ to ×, then flip the second fraction. Multiply and simplify.

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