Answers

Divide 42/24 with 40/70

1^st number: 1 18/24, 2^nd number: 40/70

42/24 ÷ 40/70 is 49/16.

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, 42/24 ÷ 40/70 = 42/24 × 70/40
3. = 42 × 70/24 × 40 = 2940/960
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/16
5. In mixed form: 31/16

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