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Divide 12/5 with 42/49

1^st number: 2 2/5, 2^nd number: 42/49

12/5 ÷ 42/49 is 14/5.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/49: 49/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 12/5 ÷ 42/49 = 12/5 × 49/42
3. = 12 × 49/5 × 42 = 588/210
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 14/5
5. In mixed form: 24/5

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