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Divide 5/12 with 15/8

1^st number: 5/12, 2^nd number: 1 7/8

5/12 ÷ 15/8 is 2/9.

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, 5/12 ÷ 15/8 = 5/12 × 8/15
3. = 5 × 8/12 × 15 = 40/180
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 2/9

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