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Divide 40/15 with 12/40

1^st number: 2 10/15, 2^nd number: 12/40

40/15 ÷ 12/40 is 80/9.

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, 40/15 ÷ 12/40 = 40/15 × 40/12
3. = 40 × 40/15 × 12 = 1600/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 80/9
5. In mixed form: 88/9

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