Answers

Divide 42/10 with 40/25

1^st number: 4 2/10, 2^nd number: 1 15/25

42/10 ÷ 40/25 is 21/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/25: 25/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/10 ÷ 40/25 = 42/10 × 25/40
3. = 42 × 25/10 × 40 = 1050/400
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/8
5. In mixed form: 25/8

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