Answers

Divide 42/3 with 40/15

1^st number: 14 0/3, 2^nd number: 2 10/15

42/3 ÷ 40/15 is 21/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/15: 15/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/3 ÷ 40/15 = 42/3 × 15/40
3. = 42 × 15/3 × 40 = 630/120
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/4
5. In mixed form: 51/4

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