Answers

Divide 42/40 with 20/36

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 20/36

42/40 ÷ 20/36 is 189/100.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/36: 36/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 20/36 = 42/40 × 36/20
3. = 42 × 36/40 × 20 = 1512/800
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 189/100
5. In mixed form: 189/100

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