Answers

Divide 72/50 with 20/40

1^st number: 1 22/50, 2^nd number: 20/40

72/50 ÷ 20/40 is 72/25.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 20/40: 40/20
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 72/50 ÷ 20/40 = 72/50 × 40/20
3. = 72 × 40/50 × 20 = 2880/1000
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 72/25
5. In mixed form: 222/25

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