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Divide 21/15 with 56/42

1^st number: 1 6/15, 2^nd number: 1 14/42

21/15 ÷ 56/42 is 21/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 56/42: 42/56
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 21/15 ÷ 56/42 = 21/15 × 42/56
3. = 21 × 42/15 × 56 = 882/840
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/20
5. In mixed form: 11/20

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