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Divide 42/40 with 24/27

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 24/27

42/40 ÷ 24/27 is 189/160.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 24/27: 27/24
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 24/27 = 42/40 × 27/24
3. = 42 × 27/40 × 24 = 1134/960
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 189/160
5. In mixed form: 129/160

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