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Divide 42/28 with 40/72

1^st number: 1 14/28, 2^nd number: 40/72

42/28 ÷ 40/72 is 27/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/72: 72/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/28 ÷ 40/72 = 42/28 × 72/40
3. = 42 × 72/28 × 40 = 3024/1120
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/10
5. In mixed form: 27/10

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