Certainly! Let's solve the division problem step by step.
We need to find the result of:
[tex]\[
1440 \div 32
\][/tex]
Step 1: Understand the division.
- We need to determine how many times 32 fits into 1440.
Step 2: Calculate the quotient.
- When 1440 is divided by 32, the quotient is 45.0.
Step 3: Compare the quotient with the given options.
- The options provided are:
(a) 40
(b) 45
(c) 405
(d) 450
Step 4: Identify the correct answer.
- The quotient we obtained, 45.0, matches option (b).
Therefore, the correct answer is:
[tex]\[
\boxed{45}
\][/tex]
