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Divide 1/2 with 40/36

1^st number: 1/2, 2^nd number: 1 4/36

1/2 ÷ 40/36 is 9/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/36: 36/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 1/2 ÷ 40/36 = 1/2 × 36/40
3. = 1 × 36/2 × 40 = 36/80
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 9/20

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