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Divide 72/28 with 12/40

1^st number: 2 16/28, 2^nd number: 12/40

72/28 ÷ 12/40 is 60/7.

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, 72/28 ÷ 12/40 = 72/28 × 40/12
3. = 72 × 40/28 × 12 = 2880/336
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 60/7
5. In mixed form: 84/7

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