Answers

Divide 42/9 with 15/40

1^st number: 4 6/9, 2^nd number: 15/40

42/9 ÷ 15/40 is 112/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 15/40: 40/15
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/9 ÷ 15/40 = 42/9 × 40/15
3. = 42 × 40/9 × 15 = 1680/135
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 112/9
5. In mixed form: 124/9

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