Answers

Divide 42/40 with 24/54

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 24/54

42/40 ÷ 24/54 is 189/80.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 24/54: 54/24
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 24/54 = 42/40 × 54/24
3. = 42 × 54/40 × 24 = 2268/960
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 189/80
5. In mixed form: 229/80

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