Answers

Divide 42/6 with 40/42

1^st number: 7 0/6, 2^nd number: 40/42

42/6 ÷ 40/42 is 147/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/42: 42/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/6 ÷ 40/42 = 42/6 × 42/40
3. = 42 × 42/6 × 40 = 1764/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 147/20
5. In mixed form: 77/20

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