Answers

Divide 42/5 with 56/9

1^st number: 8 2/5, 2^nd number: 6 2/9

42/5 ÷ 56/9 is 27/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 56/9: 9/56
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/5 ÷ 56/9 = 42/5 × 9/56
3. = 42 × 9/5 × 56 = 378/280
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/20
5. In mixed form: 17/20

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