Answers

Divide 45/40 with 42/50

1^st number: 1 5/40, 2^nd number: 42/50

45/40 ÷ 42/50 is 75/56.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/50: 50/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 45/40 ÷ 42/50 = 45/40 × 50/42
3. = 45 × 50/40 × 42 = 2250/1680
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 75/56
5. In mixed form: 119/56

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