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Divide 42/20 with 45/72

1^st number: 2 2/20, 2^nd number: 45/72

42/20 ÷ 45/72 is 84/25.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 45/72: 72/45
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/20 ÷ 45/72 = 42/20 × 72/45
3. = 42 × 72/20 × 45 = 3024/900
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 84/25
5. In mixed form: 39/25

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