Answers

Divide 40/9 with 5/42

1^st number: 4 4/9, 2^nd number: 5/42

40/9 ÷ 5/42 is 112/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/42: 42/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/9 ÷ 5/42 = 40/9 × 42/5
3. = 40 × 42/9 × 5 = 1680/45
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 112/3
5. In mixed form: 371/3

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