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Divide 2/5 with 12/40

2/5 ÷ 12/40 is 4/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/40: 40/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 2/5 ÷ 12/40 = 2/5 × 40/12
3. = 2 × 40/5 × 12 = 80/60
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 4/3
5. In mixed form: 11/3

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