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Divide 20/12 with 42/56

1^st number: 1 8/12, 2^nd number: 42/56

20/12 ÷ 42/56 is 20/9.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 42/56: 56/42
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 20/12 ÷ 42/56 = 20/12 × 56/42
3. = 20 × 56/12 × 42 = 1120/504
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 20/9
5. In mixed form: 22/9

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