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Divide 42/5 with 45/40

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

42/5 ÷ 45/40 is 112/15.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 45/40: 40/45
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/5 ÷ 45/40 = 42/5 × 40/45
3. = 42 × 40/5 × 45 = 1680/225
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 112/15
5. In mixed form: 77/15

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