Answers

Divide 56/42 with 45/40

1^st number: 1 14/42, 2^nd number: 1 5/40

56/42 ÷ 45/40 is 32/27.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 45/40: 40/45
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 56/42 ÷ 45/40 = 56/42 × 40/45
3. = 56 × 40/42 × 45 = 2240/1890
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 32/27
5. In mixed form: 15/27

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