Answers

Divide 72/40 with 42/60

1^st number: 1 32/40, 2^nd number: 42/60

72/40 ÷ 42/60 is 18/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/60: 60/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/40 ÷ 42/60 = 72/40 × 60/42
3. = 72 × 60/40 × 42 = 4320/1680
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 18/7
5. In mixed form: 24/7

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