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Divide 21/15 with 8/12

1st number: 1 6/15, 2nd number: 8/12

21/15 ÷ 8/12 is 21/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 8/12: 12/8
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 21/15 ÷ 8/12 = 21/15 × 12/8
  3. = 21 × 12/15 × 8 = 252/120
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/10
  5. In mixed form: 21/10

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