Answers

Divide 72/42 with 60/45

1^st number: 1 30/42, 2^nd number: 1 15/45

72/42 ÷ 60/45 is 9/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 60/45: 45/60
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/42 ÷ 60/45 = 72/42 × 45/60
3. = 72 × 45/42 × 60 = 3240/2520
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 9/7
5. In mixed form: 12/7

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