Answers

Divide 42/5 with 40/9

1^st number: 8 2/5, 2^nd number: 4 4/9

42/5 ÷ 40/9 is 189/100.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/9: 9/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/5 ÷ 40/9 = 42/5 × 9/40
3. = 42 × 9/5 × 40 = 378/200
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 189/100
5. In mixed form: 189/100

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