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Divide 12/5 with 9/40

1st number: 2 2/5, 2nd number: 9/40

12/5 ÷ 9/40 is 32/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 9/40: 40/9
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 12/5 ÷ 9/40 = 12/5 × 40/9
  3. = 12 × 40/5 × 9 = 480/45
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 32/3
  5. In mixed form: 102/3

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