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Divide 2/5 with 72/45

1^st number: 2/5, 2^nd number: 1 27/45

2/5 ÷ 72/45 is 1/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/45: 45/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 2/5 ÷ 72/45 = 2/5 × 45/72
3. = 2 × 45/5 × 72 = 90/360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 1/4

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