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Divide 72/20 with 18/42

1^st number: 3 12/20, 2^nd number: 18/42

72/20 ÷ 18/42 is 42/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 18/42: 42/18
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/20 ÷ 18/42 = 72/20 × 42/18
3. = 72 × 42/20 × 18 = 3024/360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 42/5
5. In mixed form: 82/5

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