Answers

Divide 72/14 with 40/20

1^st number: 5 2/14, 2^nd number: 2 0/20

72/14 ÷ 40/20 is 18/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/20: 20/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/14 ÷ 40/20 = 72/14 × 20/40
3. = 72 × 20/14 × 40 = 1440/560
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 18/7
5. In mixed form: 24/7

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