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Divide 10/4 with 40/42

1^st number: 2 2/4, 2^nd number: 40/42

10/4 ÷ 40/42 is 21/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/42: 42/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 10/4 ÷ 40/42 = 10/4 × 42/40
3. = 10 × 42/4 × 40 = 420/160
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/8
5. In mixed form: 25/8

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