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Divide 20/9 with 72/42

1st number: 2 2/9, 2nd number: 1 30/42

20/9 ÷ 72/42 is 35/27.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 72/42: 42/72
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 20/9 ÷ 72/42 = 20/9 × 42/72
  3. = 20 × 42/9 × 72 = 840/648
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 35/27
  5. In mixed form: 18/27

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