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Divide 72/20 with 5/40

1^st number: 3 12/20, 2^nd number: 5/40

72/20 ÷ 5/40 is 144/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/40: 40/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/20 ÷ 5/40 = 72/20 × 40/5
3. = 72 × 40/20 × 5 = 2880/100
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 144/5
5. In mixed form: 284/5

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