Answers

Divide 42/72 with 40/70

42/72 ÷ 40/70 is 49/48.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/70: 70/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/72 ÷ 40/70 = 42/72 × 70/40
3. = 42 × 70/72 × 40 = 2940/2880
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/48
5. In mixed form: 11/48

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