Answers

Divide 72/28 with 42/45

1^st number: 2 16/28, 2^nd number: 42/45

72/28 ÷ 42/45 is 135/49.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/45: 45/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/28 ÷ 42/45 = 72/28 × 45/42
3. = 72 × 45/28 × 42 = 3240/1176
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 135/49
5. In mixed form: 237/49

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