Answers

Divide 42/40 with 20/50

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 20/50

42/40 ÷ 20/50 is 21/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/50: 50/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 20/50 = 42/40 × 50/20
3. = 42 × 50/40 × 20 = 2100/800
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/8
5. In mixed form: 25/8

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