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Divide 21/5 with 36/40

1^st number: 4 1/5, 2^nd number: 36/40

21/5 ÷ 36/40 is 14/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/40: 40/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 21/5 ÷ 36/40 = 21/5 × 40/36
3. = 21 × 40/5 × 36 = 840/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 14/3
5. In mixed form: 42/3

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