Answers

Divide 42/40 with 84/90

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 84/90

42/40 ÷ 84/90 is 9/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 84/90: 90/84
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 84/90 = 42/40 × 90/84
3. = 42 × 90/40 × 84 = 3780/3360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 9/8
5. In mixed form: 11/8

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