Answers

Divide 40/9 with 72/42

1^st number: 4 4/9, 2^nd number: 1 30/42

40/9 ÷ 72/42 is 70/27.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/42: 42/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/9 ÷ 72/42 = 40/9 × 42/72
3. = 40 × 42/9 × 72 = 1680/648
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 70/27
5. In mixed form: 216/27

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