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Divide 42/72 with 5/18

42/72 ÷ 5/18 is 21/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

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

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