Answers

Divide 42/9 with 16/20

1^st number: 4 6/9, 2^nd number: 16/20

42/9 ÷ 16/20 is 35/6.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 16/20: 20/16
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/9 ÷ 16/20 = 42/9 × 20/16
3. = 42 × 20/9 × 16 = 840/144
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 35/6
5. In mixed form: 55/6

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