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Divide 8/5 with 30/40

1st number: 1 3/5, 2nd number: 30/40

8/5 ÷ 30/40 is 32/15.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 30/40: 40/30
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 8/5 ÷ 30/40 = 8/5 × 40/30
  3. = 8 × 40/5 × 30 = 320/150
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 32/15
  5. In mixed form: 22/15

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