Answers

Divide 72/24 with 42/40

1^st number: 3 0/24, 2^nd number: 1 2/40

72/24 ÷ 42/40 is 20/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/40: 40/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/24 ÷ 42/40 = 72/24 × 40/42
3. = 72 × 40/24 × 42 = 2880/1008
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 20/7
5. In mixed form: 26/7

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