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Divide 42/15 with 8/72

1^st number: 2 12/15, 2^nd number: 8/72

42/15 ÷ 8/72 is 126/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 8/72: 72/8
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/15 ÷ 8/72 = 42/15 × 72/8
3. = 42 × 72/15 × 8 = 3024/120
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 126/5
5. In mixed form: 251/5

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