Answers

Divide 42/5 with 72/56

1^st number: 8 2/5, 2^nd number: 1 16/56

42/5 ÷ 72/56 is 98/15.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/56: 56/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/5 ÷ 72/56 = 42/5 × 56/72
3. = 42 × 56/5 × 72 = 2352/360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 98/15
5. In mixed form: 68/15

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