Answers

Divide 40/8 with 40/42

1^st number: 5 0/8, 2^nd number: 40/42

40/8 ÷ 40/42 is 21/4.

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, 40/8 ÷ 40/42 = 40/8 × 42/40
3. = 40 × 42/8 × 40 = 1680/320
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/4
5. In mixed form: 51/4

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