Answers

Divide 72/35 with 24/42

1^st number: 2 2/35, 2^nd number: 24/42

72/35 ÷ 24/42 is 18/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 24/42: 42/24
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/35 ÷ 24/42 = 72/35 × 42/24
3. = 72 × 42/35 × 24 = 3024/840
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 18/5
5. In mixed form: 33/5

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