Answers

Divide 42/9 with 72/84

1^st number: 4 6/9, 2^nd number: 72/84

42/9 ÷ 72/84 is 49/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/84: 84/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/9 ÷ 72/84 = 42/9 × 84/72
3. = 42 × 84/9 × 72 = 3528/648
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/9
5. In mixed form: 54/9

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