Answers

Divide 42/8 with 40/18

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 2 4/18

42/8 ÷ 40/18 is 189/80.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/18: 18/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/8 ÷ 40/18 = 42/8 × 18/40
3. = 42 × 18/8 × 40 = 756/320
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 189/80
5. In mixed form: 229/80

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