Answers

Divide 49/40 with 2/5

1^st number: 1 9/40, 2^nd number: 2/5

49/40 ÷ 2/5 is 49/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/5: 5/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 49/40 ÷ 2/5 = 49/40 × 5/2
3. = 49 × 5/40 × 2 = 245/80
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/16
5. In mixed form: 31/16

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