Answers

Divide 42/40 with 48/60

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 48/60

42/40 ÷ 48/60 is 21/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 48/60: 60/48
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 48/60 = 42/40 × 60/48
3. = 42 × 60/40 × 48 = 2520/1920
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/16
5. In mixed form: 15/16

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