Answers

Divide 54/42 with 40/70

1^st number: 1 12/42, 2^nd number: 40/70

54/42 ÷ 40/70 is 9/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/70: 70/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 54/42 ÷ 40/70 = 54/42 × 70/40
3. = 54 × 70/42 × 40 = 3780/1680
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 9/4
5. In mixed form: 21/4

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