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Divide 42/8 with 24/72

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 24/72

42/8 ÷ 24/72 is 63/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 24/72: 72/24
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/8 ÷ 24/72 = 42/8 × 72/24
3. = 42 × 72/8 × 24 = 3024/192
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 63/4
5. In mixed form: 153/4

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