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Divide 8/5 with 5/42

1^st number: 1 3/5, 2^nd number: 5/42

8/5 ÷ 5/42 is 336/25.

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, 8/5 ÷ 5/42 = 8/5 × 42/5
3. = 8 × 42/5 × 5 = 336/25
4. In mixed form: 1311/25

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