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Divide 24/40 with 12/42

24/40 ÷ 12/42 is 21/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/42: 42/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 24/40 ÷ 12/42 = 24/40 × 42/12
3. = 24 × 42/40 × 12 = 1008/480
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/10
5. In mixed form: 21/10

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