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Divide 42/40 with 12/70

1^st number: 1 2/40, 2^nd number: 12/70

42/40 ÷ 12/70 is 49/8.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/70: 70/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/40 ÷ 12/70 = 42/40 × 70/12
3. = 42 × 70/40 × 12 = 2940/480
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 49/8
5. In mixed form: 61/8

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