Answers

Divide 72/54 with 42/70

1^st number: 1 18/54, 2^nd number: 42/70

72/54 ÷ 42/70 is 20/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/70: 70/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/54 ÷ 42/70 = 72/54 × 70/42
3. = 72 × 70/54 × 42 = 5040/2268
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 20/9
5. In mixed form: 22/9

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