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Divide 5/40 with 2/72

5/40 ÷ 2/72 is 9/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/72: 72/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 5/40 ÷ 2/72 = 5/40 × 72/2
3. = 5 × 72/40 × 2 = 360/80
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 9/2
5. In mixed form: 41/2

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