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Divide 42/18 with 16/9

1^st number: 2 6/18, 2^nd number: 1 7/9

42/18 ÷ 16/9 is 21/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 16/9: 9/16
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/18 ÷ 16/9 = 42/18 × 9/16
3. = 42 × 9/18 × 16 = 378/288
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/16
5. In mixed form: 15/16

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