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Divide 21/2 with 40/8

1^st number: 10 1/2, 2^nd number: 5 0/8

21/2 ÷ 40/8 is 21/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/8: 8/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 21/2 ÷ 40/8 = 21/2 × 8/40
3. = 21 × 8/2 × 40 = 168/80
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/10
5. In mixed form: 21/10

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