Answers

Divide 42/6 with 40/6

1^st number: 7 0/6, 2^nd number: 6 4/6

42/6 ÷ 40/6 is 21/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/6: 6/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/6 ÷ 40/6 = 42/6 × 6/40
3. = 42 × 6/6 × 40 = 252/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/20
5. In mixed form: 11/20

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