Answers

Divide 72/42 with 80/60

1^st number: 1 30/42, 2^nd number: 1 20/60

72/42 ÷ 80/60 is 9/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 80/60: 60/80
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/42 ÷ 80/60 = 72/42 × 60/80
3. = 72 × 60/42 × 80 = 4320/3360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 9/7
5. In mixed form: 12/7

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