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Divide 72/15 with 6/42

1^st number: 4 12/15, 2^nd number: 6/42

72/15 ÷ 6/42 is 168/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 6/42: 42/6
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/15 ÷ 6/42 = 72/15 × 42/6
3. = 72 × 42/15 × 6 = 3024/90
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 168/5
5. In mixed form: 333/5

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