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Divide 42/15 with 16/6

1^st number: 2 12/15, 2^nd number: 2 4/6

42/15 ÷ 16/6 is 21/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 16/6: 6/16
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/15 ÷ 16/6 = 42/15 × 6/16
3. = 42 × 6/15 × 16 = 252/240
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/20
5. In mixed form: 11/20

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