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Divide 30/40 with 12/42

30/40 ÷ 12/42 is 21/8.

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, 30/40 ÷ 12/42 = 30/40 × 42/12
3. = 30 × 42/40 × 12 = 1260/480
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/8
5. In mixed form: 25/8

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