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Divide 21/8 with 20/40

1^st number: 2 5/8, 2^nd number: 20/40

21/8 ÷ 20/40 is 21/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/40: 40/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 21/8 ÷ 20/40 = 21/8 × 40/20
3. = 21 × 40/8 × 20 = 840/160
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/4
5. In mixed form: 51/4

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