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Divide 42/12 with 12/36

1^st number: 3 6/12, 2^nd number: 12/36

42/12 ÷ 12/36 is 21/2.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/36: 36/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/12 ÷ 12/36 = 42/12 × 36/12
3. = 42 × 36/12 × 12 = 1512/144
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/2
5. In mixed form: 101/2

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