Answers

Divide 72/5 with 70/40

1^st number: 14 2/5, 2^nd number: 1 30/40

72/5 ÷ 70/40 is 288/35.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 70/40: 40/70
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/5 ÷ 70/40 = 72/5 × 40/70
3. = 72 × 40/5 × 70 = 2880/350
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 288/35
5. In mixed form: 88/35

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