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Divide 45/8 with 42/72

1^st number: 5 5/8, 2^nd number: 42/72

45/8 ÷ 42/72 is 135/14.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/72: 72/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 45/8 ÷ 42/72 = 45/8 × 72/42
3. = 45 × 72/8 × 42 = 3240/336
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 135/14
5. In mixed form: 99/14

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