Answers

Divide 72/16 with 42/80

1^st number: 4 8/16, 2^nd number: 42/80

72/16 ÷ 42/80 is 60/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/80: 80/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/16 ÷ 42/80 = 72/16 × 80/42
3. = 72 × 80/16 × 42 = 5760/672
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 60/7
5. In mixed form: 84/7

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