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Divide 12/5 with 27/42

1^st number: 2 2/5, 2^nd number: 27/42

12/5 ÷ 27/42 is 56/15.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 27/42: 42/27
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 12/5 ÷ 27/42 = 12/5 × 42/27
3. = 12 × 42/5 × 27 = 504/135
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 56/15
5. In mixed form: 311/15

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