Answers

Divide 42/5 with 72/18

1^st number: 8 2/5, 2^nd number: 4 0/18

42/5 ÷ 72/18 is 21/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/18: 18/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/5 ÷ 72/18 = 42/5 × 18/72
3. = 42 × 18/5 × 72 = 756/360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/10
5. In mixed form: 21/10

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