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Divide 72/15 with 15/40

1^st number: 4 12/15, 2^nd number: 15/40

72/15 ÷ 15/40 is 64/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 15/40: 40/15
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/15 ÷ 15/40 = 72/15 × 40/15
3. = 72 × 40/15 × 15 = 2880/225
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 64/5
5. In mixed form: 124/5

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