Answers

Divide 42/28 with 40/36

1^st number: 1 14/28, 2^nd number: 1 4/36

42/28 ÷ 40/36 is 27/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/36: 36/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/28 ÷ 40/36 = 42/28 × 36/40
3. = 42 × 36/28 × 40 = 1512/1120
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/20
5. In mixed form: 17/20

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