Answers

Divide 42/20 with 84/72

1^st number: 2 2/20, 2^nd number: 1 12/72

42/20 ÷ 84/72 is 9/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 84/72: 72/84
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/20 ÷ 84/72 = 42/20 × 72/84
3. = 42 × 72/20 × 84 = 3024/1680
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 9/5
5. In mixed form: 14/5

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