Answers

Divide 72/40 with 15/9

1^st number: 1 32/40, 2^nd number: 1 6/9

72/40 ÷ 15/9 is 27/25.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 15/9: 9/15
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/40 ÷ 15/9 = 72/40 × 9/15
3. = 72 × 9/40 × 15 = 648/600
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/25
5. In mixed form: 12/25

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