Answers

Divide 72/3 with 42/12

1^st number: 24 0/3, 2^nd number: 3 6/12

72/3 ÷ 42/12 is 48/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/12: 12/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/3 ÷ 42/12 = 72/3 × 12/42
3. = 72 × 12/3 × 42 = 864/126
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 48/7
5. In mixed form: 66/7

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