Answers

Divide 42/21 with 40/54

1^st number: 2 0/21, 2^nd number: 40/54

42/21 ÷ 40/54 is 27/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/54: 54/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/21 ÷ 40/54 = 42/21 × 54/40
3. = 42 × 54/21 × 40 = 2268/840
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/10
5. In mixed form: 27/10

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