Answers

Divide 42/9 with 40/9

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

42/9 ÷ 40/9 is 21/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/9: 9/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/9 ÷ 40/9 = 42/9 × 9/40
3. = 42 × 9/9 × 40 = 378/360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/20
5. In mixed form: 11/20

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