Answers

Divide 42/20 with 4/5

1^st number: 2 2/20, 2^nd number: 4/5

42/20 ÷ 4/5 is 21/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 4/5: 5/4
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/20 ÷ 4/5 = 42/20 × 5/4
3. = 42 × 5/20 × 4 = 210/80
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/8
5. In mixed form: 25/8

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