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Divide 42/40 with 4/7

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 4/7

42/40 ÷ 4/7 is 147/80.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 4/7: 7/4
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 4/7 = 42/40 × 7/4
3. = 42 × 7/40 × 4 = 294/160
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 147/80
5. In mixed form: 167/80

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