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Divide 27/56 with 5/40

27/56 ÷ 5/40 is 27/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/40: 40/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 27/56 ÷ 5/40 = 27/56 × 40/5
3. = 27 × 40/56 × 5 = 1080/280
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/7
5. In mixed form: 36/7

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