Answers

Divide 72/30 with 36/42

1^st number: 2 12/30, 2^nd number: 36/42

72/30 ÷ 36/42 is 14/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/42: 42/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/30 ÷ 36/42 = 72/30 × 42/36
3. = 72 × 42/30 × 36 = 3024/1080
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 14/5
5. In mixed form: 24/5

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