72/4 divided by 40/5

72/4 ÷ 40/5
=
9 4
Mixed Number: 2 1/4
Decimal: 2.25
Percentage: 225%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Take reciprocal of second fraction
    40/5 becomes 5/40
  2. 2
    Multiply by reciprocal
    72/4 × 5/40
  3. 3
    Multiply numerators & denominators
    72 × 5 = 360    4 × 40 = 160
  4. 4
    Simplify
    360/160 = 9/4

How to Divide Fractions

To divide fractions, use "Keep, Change, Flip": keep the first fraction unchanged, change the ÷ to ×, then flip the second fraction. Multiply and simplify.

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