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Divide 72/15 with 36/56

1^st number: 4 12/15, 2^nd number: 36/56

72/15 ÷ 36/56 is 112/15.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/56: 56/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/15 ÷ 36/56 = 72/15 × 56/36
3. = 72 × 56/15 × 36 = 4032/540
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 112/15
5. In mixed form: 77/15

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