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Divide 72/40 with 20/30

1^st number: 1 32/40, 2^nd number: 20/30

72/40 ÷ 20/30 is 27/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/30: 30/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/40 ÷ 20/30 = 72/40 × 30/20
3. = 72 × 30/40 × 20 = 2160/800
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/10
5. In mixed form: 27/10

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