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Divide 42/15 with 36/40

1^st number: 2 12/15, 2^nd number: 36/40

42/15 ÷ 36/40 is 28/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/40: 40/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/15 ÷ 36/40 = 42/15 × 40/36
3. = 42 × 40/15 × 36 = 1680/540
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 28/9
5. In mixed form: 31/9

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