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Divide 21/8 with 45/72

1^st number: 2 5/8, 2^nd number: 45/72

21/8 ÷ 45/72 is 21/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 45/72: 72/45
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 21/8 ÷ 45/72 = 21/8 × 72/45
3. = 21 × 72/8 × 45 = 1512/360
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/5
5. In mixed form: 41/5

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