Answers

Divide 72/45 with 40/90

1^st number: 1 27/45, 2^nd number: 40/90

72/45 ÷ 40/90 is 18/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/90: 90/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/45 ÷ 40/90 = 72/45 × 90/40
3. = 72 × 90/45 × 40 = 6480/1800
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 18/5
5. In mixed form: 33/5

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