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Divide 72/15 with 12/42

1^st number: 4 12/15, 2^nd number: 12/42

72/15 ÷ 12/42 is 84/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/42: 42/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/15 ÷ 12/42 = 72/15 × 42/12
3. = 72 × 42/15 × 12 = 3024/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 84/5
5. In mixed form: 164/5

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