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Divide 81/2 with 8/5

1^st number: 40 1/2, 2^nd number: 1 3/5

81/2 ÷ 8/5 is 405/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 8/5: 5/8
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 81/2 ÷ 8/5 = 81/2 × 5/8
3. = 81 × 5/2 × 8 = 405/16
4. In mixed form: 255/16

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