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Divide 72/56 with 2/6

1^st number: 1 16/56, 2^nd number: 2/6

72/56 ÷ 2/6 is 27/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/6: 6/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/56 ÷ 2/6 = 72/56 × 6/2
3. = 72 × 6/56 × 2 = 432/112
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/7
5. In mixed form: 36/7

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