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Divide 40/16 with 27/72

1^st number: 2 8/16, 2^nd number: 27/72

40/16 ÷ 27/72 is 20/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 27/72: 72/27
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/16 ÷ 27/72 = 40/16 × 72/27
3. = 40 × 72/16 × 27 = 2880/432
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 20/3
5. In mixed form: 62/3

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