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Divide 15/8 with 42/54

1st number: 1 7/8, 2nd number: 42/54

15/8 ÷ 42/54 is 135/56.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 42/54: 54/42
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 15/8 ÷ 42/54 = 15/8 × 54/42
  3. = 15 × 54/8 × 42 = 810/336
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 135/56
  5. In mixed form: 223/56

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