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Divide 42/72 with 5/24

42/72 ÷ 5/24 is 14/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/24: 24/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/72 ÷ 5/24 = 42/72 × 24/5
3. = 42 × 24/72 × 5 = 1008/360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 14/5
5. In mixed form: 24/5

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