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Divide 42/40 with 12/24

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 12/24

42/40 ÷ 12/24 is 21/10.

Steps for dividing fractions

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

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