Answers

Divide 84/81 with 42/72

1^st number: 1 3/81, 2^nd number: 42/72

84/81 ÷ 42/72 is 16/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/72: 72/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 84/81 ÷ 42/72 = 84/81 × 72/42
3. = 84 × 72/81 × 42 = 6048/3402
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 16/9
5. In mixed form: 17/9

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