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Divide 16/5 with 36/42

1^st number: 3 1/5, 2^nd number: 36/42

16/5 ÷ 36/42 is 56/15.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/42: 42/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 16/5 ÷ 36/42 = 16/5 × 42/36
3. = 16 × 42/5 × 36 = 672/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 56/15
5. In mixed form: 311/15

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