Answers

Divide 50/40 with 40/42

1^st number: 1 10/40, 2^nd number: 40/42

50/40 ÷ 40/42 is 21/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/42: 42/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 50/40 ÷ 40/42 = 50/40 × 42/40
3. = 50 × 42/40 × 40 = 2100/1600
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/16
5. In mixed form: 15/16

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