Answers

Divide 42/9 with 40/90

1^st number: 4 6/9, 2^nd number: 40/90

42/9 ÷ 40/90 is 21/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/90: 90/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/9 ÷ 40/90 = 42/9 × 90/40
3. = 42 × 90/9 × 40 = 3780/360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/2
5. In mixed form: 101/2

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