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Divide 72/5 with 42/6

1^st number: 14 2/5, 2^nd number: 7 0/6

72/5 ÷ 42/6 is 72/35.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/6: 6/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/5 ÷ 42/6 = 72/5 × 6/42
3. = 72 × 6/5 × 42 = 432/210
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 72/35
5. In mixed form: 22/35

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