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Divide 42/2 with 15/8

1^st number: 21 0/2, 2^nd number: 1 7/8

42/2 ÷ 15/8 is 56/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 15/8: 8/15
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/2 ÷ 15/8 = 42/2 × 8/15
3. = 42 × 8/2 × 15 = 336/30
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 56/5
5. In mixed form: 111/5

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