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Divide 15/12 with 5/42

1^st number: 1 3/12, 2^nd number: 5/42

15/12 ÷ 5/42 is 21/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/42: 42/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 15/12 ÷ 5/42 = 15/12 × 42/5
3. = 15 × 42/12 × 5 = 630/60
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/2
5. In mixed form: 101/2

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