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Divide 36/72 with 2/5

36/72 ÷ 2/5 is 5/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/5: 5/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 36/72 ÷ 2/5 = 36/72 × 5/2
3. = 36 × 5/72 × 2 = 180/144
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 5/4
5. In mixed form: 11/4

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