Answers

Divide 40/12 with 72/45

1^st number: 3 4/12, 2^nd number: 1 27/45

40/12 ÷ 72/45 is 25/12.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 72/45: 45/72
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/12 ÷ 72/45 = 40/12 × 45/72
3. = 40 × 45/12 × 72 = 1800/864
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 25/12
5. In mixed form: 21/12

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