Answers

Divide 72/21 with 5/8

1^st number: 3 9/21, 2^nd number: 5/8

72/21 ÷ 5/8 is 192/35.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/8: 8/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/21 ÷ 5/8 = 72/21 × 8/5
3. = 72 × 8/21 × 5 = 576/105
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 192/35
5. In mixed form: 517/35

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