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Divide 72/10 with 20/40

1^st number: 7 2/10, 2^nd number: 20/40

72/10 ÷ 20/40 is 72/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/40: 40/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/10 ÷ 20/40 = 72/10 × 40/20
3. = 72 × 40/10 × 20 = 2880/200
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 72/5
5. In mixed form: 142/5

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