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Divide 27/12 with 40/42

1^st number: 2 3/12, 2^nd number: 40/42

27/12 ÷ 40/42 is 189/80.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 40/42: 42/40
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 27/12 ÷ 40/42 = 27/12 × 42/40
3. = 27 × 42/12 × 40 = 1134/480
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 189/80
5. In mixed form: 229/80

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