Answers

Divide 48/42 with 2/5

1^st number: 1 6/42, 2^nd number: 2/5

48/42 ÷ 2/5 is 20/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/5: 5/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 48/42 ÷ 2/5 = 48/42 × 5/2
3. = 48 × 5/42 × 2 = 240/84
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 20/7
5. In mixed form: 26/7

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