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Divide 45/8 with 40/36

1^st number: 5 5/8, 2^nd number: 1 4/36

45/8 ÷ 40/36 is 81/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/36: 36/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 45/8 ÷ 40/36 = 45/8 × 36/40
3. = 45 × 36/8 × 40 = 1620/320
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 81/16
5. In mixed form: 51/16

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