Answers

Divide 40/27 with 36/42

1^st number: 1 13/27, 2^nd number: 36/42

40/27 ÷ 36/42 is 140/81.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/42: 42/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/27 ÷ 36/42 = 40/27 × 42/36
3. = 40 × 42/27 × 36 = 1680/972
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 140/81
5. In mixed form: 159/81

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