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Divide 5/15 with 5/42

5/15 ÷ 5/42 is 14/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/42: 42/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 5/15 ÷ 5/42 = 5/15 × 42/5
3. = 5 × 42/15 × 5 = 210/75
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 14/5
5. In mixed form: 24/5

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