Answers

Divide 72/20 with 12/8

1^st number: 3 12/20, 2^nd number: 1 4/8

72/20 ÷ 12/8 is 12/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/8: 8/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/20 ÷ 12/8 = 72/20 × 8/12
3. = 72 × 8/20 × 12 = 576/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 12/5
5. In mixed form: 22/5

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