Answers

Divide 54/42 with 40/42

1^st number: 1 12/42, 2^nd number: 40/42

54/42 ÷ 40/42 is 27/20.

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, 54/42 ÷ 40/42 = 54/42 × 42/40
3. = 54 × 42/42 × 40 = 2268/1680
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/20
5. In mixed form: 17/20

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