Answers

Divide 72/30 with 60/40

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

72/30 ÷ 60/40 is 8/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 60/40: 40/60
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/30 ÷ 60/40 = 72/30 × 40/60
3. = 72 × 40/30 × 60 = 2880/1800
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 8/5
5. In mixed form: 13/5

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