Answers

Divide 72/40 with 35/20

1^st number: 1 32/40, 2^nd number: 1 15/20

72/40 ÷ 35/20 is 36/35.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 35/20: 20/35
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/40 ÷ 35/20 = 72/40 × 20/35
3. = 72 × 20/40 × 35 = 1440/1400
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 36/35
5. In mixed form: 11/35

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