Answers

Divide 42/9 with 5/4

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

42/9 ÷ 5/4 is 56/15.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/4: 4/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/9 ÷ 5/4 = 42/9 × 4/5
3. = 42 × 4/9 × 5 = 168/45
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 56/15
5. In mixed form: 311/15

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