Answers

Divide 42/21 with 40/70

1^st number: 2 0/21, 2^nd number: 40/70

42/21 ÷ 40/70 is 7/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/70: 70/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/21 ÷ 40/70 = 42/21 × 70/40
3. = 42 × 70/21 × 40 = 2940/840
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 7/2
5. In mixed form: 31/2

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