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Divide 42/36 with 5/40

1^st number: 1 6/36, 2^nd number: 5/40

42/36 ÷ 5/40 is 28/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/40: 40/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/36 ÷ 5/40 = 42/36 × 40/5
3. = 42 × 40/36 × 5 = 1680/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 28/3
5. In mixed form: 91/3

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