Answers

Divide 42/6 with 40/72

1^st number: 7 0/6, 2^nd number: 40/72

42/6 ÷ 40/72 is 63/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/72: 72/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/6 ÷ 40/72 = 42/6 × 72/40
3. = 42 × 72/6 × 40 = 3024/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 63/5
5. In mixed form: 123/5

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