Answers

Divide 40/36 with 50/72

1^st number: 1 4/36, 2^nd number: 50/72

40/36 ÷ 50/72 is 8/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 50/72: 72/50
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 40/36 ÷ 50/72 = 40/36 × 72/50
3. = 40 × 72/36 × 50 = 2880/1800
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 8/5
5. In mixed form: 13/5

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