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Divide 15/8 with 5/42

1^st number: 1 7/8, 2^nd number: 5/42

15/8 ÷ 5/42 is 63/4.

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, 15/8 ÷ 5/42 = 15/8 × 42/5
3. = 15 × 42/8 × 5 = 630/40
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 63/4
5. In mixed form: 153/4

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