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Divide 42/8 with 20/40

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 20/40

42/8 ÷ 20/40 is 21/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/40: 40/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/8 ÷ 20/40 = 42/8 × 40/20
3. = 42 × 40/8 × 20 = 1680/160
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/2
5. In mixed form: 101/2

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