Answers

Divide 72/30 with 20/40

1^st number: 2 12/30, 2^nd number: 20/40

72/30 ÷ 20/40 is 24/5.

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, 72/30 ÷ 20/40 = 72/30 × 40/20
3. = 72 × 40/30 × 20 = 2880/600
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 24/5
5. In mixed form: 44/5

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