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Divide 5/2 with 42/20

1^st number: 2 1/2, 2^nd number: 2 2/20

5/2 ÷ 42/20 is 25/21.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/20: 20/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 5/2 ÷ 42/20 = 5/2 × 20/42
3. = 5 × 20/2 × 42 = 100/84
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 25/21
5. In mixed form: 14/21

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