Answers

Divide 42/9 with 42/40

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

42/9 ÷ 42/40 is 40/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/40: 40/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/9 ÷ 42/40 = 42/9 × 40/42
3. = 42 × 40/9 × 42 = 1680/378
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 40/9
5. In mixed form: 44/9

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