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Divide 42/12 with 15/72

1^st number: 3 6/12, 2^nd number: 15/72

42/12 ÷ 15/72 is 84/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 15/72: 72/15
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/12 ÷ 15/72 = 42/12 × 72/15
3. = 42 × 72/12 × 15 = 3024/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 84/5
5. In mixed form: 164/5

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