Answers

Divide 42/16 with 72/90

1^st number: 2 10/16, 2^nd number: 72/90

42/16 ÷ 72/90 is 105/32.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/90: 90/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/16 ÷ 72/90 = 42/16 × 90/72
3. = 42 × 90/16 × 72 = 3780/1152
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 105/32
5. In mixed form: 39/32

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