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Divide 40/15 with 42/56

1^st number: 2 10/15, 2^nd number: 42/56

40/15 ÷ 42/56 is 32/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/56: 56/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/15 ÷ 42/56 = 40/15 × 56/42
3. = 40 × 56/15 × 42 = 2240/630
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 32/9
5. In mixed form: 35/9

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