Answers

Divide 72/35 with 42/56

1^st number: 2 2/35, 2^nd number: 42/56

72/35 ÷ 42/56 is 96/35.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/56: 56/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/35 ÷ 42/56 = 72/35 × 56/42
3. = 72 × 56/35 × 42 = 4032/1470
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 96/35
5. In mixed form: 226/35

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