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Divide 49/40 with 16/42

1^st number: 1 9/40, 2^nd number: 16/42

49/40 ÷ 16/42 is 1029/320.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 16/42: 42/16
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 49/40 ÷ 16/42 = 49/40 × 42/16
3. = 49 × 42/40 × 16 = 2058/640
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 1029/320
5. In mixed form: 369/320

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