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Divide 12/9 with 15/42

1st number: 1 3/9, 2nd number: 15/42

12/9 ÷ 15/42 is 56/15.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 15/42: 42/15
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 12/9 ÷ 15/42 = 12/9 × 42/15
  3. = 12 × 42/9 × 15 = 504/135
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 56/15
  5. In mixed form: 311/15

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