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Divide 42/40 with 2/20

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 2/20

42/40 ÷ 2/20 is 21/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/20: 20/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 2/20 = 42/40 × 20/2
3. = 42 × 20/40 × 2 = 840/80
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/2
5. In mixed form: 101/2

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