Answers

Divide 72/15 with 16/12

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

72/15 ÷ 16/12 is 18/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 16/12: 12/16
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/15 ÷ 16/12 = 72/15 × 12/16
3. = 72 × 12/15 × 16 = 864/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 18/5
5. In mixed form: 33/5

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