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Divide 7/5 with 12/40

1st number: 1 2/5, 2nd number: 12/40

7/5 ÷ 12/40 is 14/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 12/40: 40/12
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 7/5 ÷ 12/40 = 7/5 × 40/12
  3. = 7 × 40/5 × 12 = 280/60
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 14/3
  5. In mixed form: 42/3

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