Answers

Divide 42/27 with 35/40

1^st number: 1 15/27, 2^nd number: 35/40

42/27 ÷ 35/40 is 16/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 35/40: 40/35
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/27 ÷ 35/40 = 42/27 × 40/35
3. = 42 × 40/27 × 35 = 1680/945
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 16/9
5. In mixed form: 17/9

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