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Divide 42/48 with 8/12

42/48 ÷ 8/12 is 21/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 8/12: 12/8
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/48 ÷ 8/12 = 42/48 × 12/8
3. = 42 × 12/48 × 8 = 504/384
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/16
5. In mixed form: 15/16

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