Answers

Divide 42/24 with 40/60

1^st number: 1 18/24, 2^nd number: 40/60

42/24 ÷ 40/60 is 21/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/60: 60/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/24 ÷ 40/60 = 42/24 × 60/40
3. = 42 × 60/24 × 40 = 2520/960
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/8
5. In mixed form: 25/8

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