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Divide 14/5 with 40/42

1st number: 2 4/5, 2nd number: 40/42

14/5 ÷ 40/42 is 147/50.

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, 14/5 ÷ 40/42 = 14/5 × 42/40
  3. = 14 × 42/5 × 40 = 588/200
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 147/50
  5. In mixed form: 247/50

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