Answers

Divide 72/20 with 42/20

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

72/20 ÷ 42/20 is 12/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/20: 20/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/20 ÷ 42/20 = 72/20 × 20/42
3. = 72 × 20/20 × 42 = 1440/840
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 12/7
5. In mixed form: 15/7

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