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Divide 5/8 with 15/40

5/8 ÷ 15/40 is 5/3.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 15/40: 40/15
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 5/8 ÷ 15/40 = 5/8 × 40/15
3. = 5 × 40/8 × 15 = 200/120
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 5/3
5. In mixed form: 12/3

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