Answers

Divide 72/40 with 36/50

1^st number: 1 32/40, 2^nd number: 36/50

72/40 ÷ 36/50 is 5/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/50: 50/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/40 ÷ 36/50 = 72/40 × 50/36
3. = 72 × 50/40 × 36 = 3600/1440
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 5/2
5. In mixed form: 21/2

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