Answers

Divide 40/18 with 72/45

1^st number: 2 4/18, 2^nd number: 1 27/45

40/18 ÷ 72/45 is 25/18.

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, 40/18 ÷ 72/45 = 40/18 × 45/72
3. = 40 × 45/18 × 72 = 1800/1296
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 25/18
5. In mixed form: 17/18

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