Answers

Divide 42/5 with 27/40

1^st number: 8 2/5, 2^nd number: 27/40

42/5 ÷ 27/40 is 112/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 27/40: 40/27
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/5 ÷ 27/40 = 42/5 × 40/27
3. = 42 × 40/5 × 27 = 1680/135
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 112/9
5. In mixed form: 124/9

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