Answers

Divide 8/7 with 42/40

1^st number: 1 1/7, 2^nd number: 1 2/40

8/7 ÷ 42/40 is 160/147.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/40: 40/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 8/7 ÷ 42/40 = 8/7 × 40/42
3. = 8 × 40/7 × 42 = 320/294
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 160/147
5. In mixed form: 113/147

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