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Divide 81/2 with 42/49

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

81/2 ÷ 42/49 is 189/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/49: 49/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 81/2 ÷ 42/49 = 81/2 × 49/42
3. = 81 × 49/2 × 42 = 3969/84
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 189/4
5. In mixed form: 471/4

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