Answers

Divide 84/16 with 72/36

1^st number: 5 4/16, 2^nd number: 2 0/36

84/16 ÷ 72/36 is 21/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/36: 36/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 84/16 ÷ 72/36 = 84/16 × 36/72
3. = 84 × 36/16 × 72 = 3024/1152
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/8
5. In mixed form: 25/8

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