Answers

Divide 42/20 with 72/60

1^st number: 2 2/20, 2^nd number: 1 12/60

42/20 ÷ 72/60 is 7/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/60: 60/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/20 ÷ 72/60 = 42/20 × 60/72
3. = 42 × 60/20 × 72 = 2520/1440
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 7/4
5. In mixed form: 13/4

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