Answers

Divide 72/5 with 36/42

1^st number: 14 2/5, 2^nd number: 36/42

72/5 ÷ 36/42 is 84/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/42: 42/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/5 ÷ 36/42 = 72/5 × 42/36
3. = 72 × 42/5 × 36 = 3024/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 84/5
5. In mixed form: 164/5

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