Answers

Divide 42/72 with 20/56

42/72 ÷ 20/56 is 49/30.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/56: 56/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/72 ÷ 20/56 = 42/72 × 56/20
3. = 42 × 56/72 × 20 = 2352/1440
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/30
5. In mixed form: 119/30

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