Answers

Divide 54/42 with 40/49

1^st number: 1 12/42, 2^nd number: 40/49

54/42 ÷ 40/49 is 63/40.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/49: 49/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 54/42 ÷ 40/49 = 54/42 × 49/40
3. = 54 × 49/42 × 40 = 2646/1680
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 63/40
5. In mixed form: 123/40

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