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Divide 5/2 with 21/56

1^st number: 2 1/2, 2^nd number: 21/56

5/2 ÷ 21/56 is 20/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 21/56: 56/21
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 5/2 ÷ 21/56 = 5/2 × 56/21
3. = 5 × 56/2 × 21 = 280/42
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 20/3
5. In mixed form: 62/3

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