Answers

Divide 49/21 with 42/40

1^st number: 2 7/21, 2^nd number: 1 2/40

49/21 ÷ 42/40 is 20/9.

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, 49/21 ÷ 42/40 = 49/21 × 40/42
3. = 49 × 40/21 × 42 = 1960/882
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 20/9
5. In mixed form: 22/9

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