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Divide 42/27 with 20/16

1^st number: 1 15/27, 2^nd number: 1 4/16

42/27 ÷ 20/16 is 56/45.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/16: 16/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/27 ÷ 20/16 = 42/27 × 16/20
3. = 42 × 16/27 × 20 = 672/540
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 56/45
5. In mixed form: 111/45

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