Answers

Divide 42/35 with 40/35

1^st number: 1 7/35, 2^nd number: 1 5/35

42/35 ÷ 40/35 is 21/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/35: 35/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/35 ÷ 40/35 = 42/35 × 35/40
3. = 42 × 35/35 × 40 = 1470/1400
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/20
5. In mixed form: 11/20

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