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Divide 21/12 with 36/42

1^st number: 1 9/12, 2^nd number: 36/42

21/12 ÷ 36/42 is 49/24.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 36/42: 42/36
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 21/12 ÷ 36/42 = 21/12 × 42/36
3. = 21 × 42/12 × 36 = 882/432
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/24
5. In mixed form: 21/24

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