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Divide 2/12 with 40/12

1^st number: 2/12, 2^nd number: 3 4/12

2/12 ÷ 40/12 is 1/20.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/12: 12/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 2/12 ÷ 40/12 = 2/12 × 12/40
3. = 2 × 12/12 × 40 = 24/480
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 1/20

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