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Divide 42/5 with 5/12

1^st number: 8 2/5, 2^nd number: 5/12

42/5 ÷ 5/12 is 504/25.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 5/12: 12/5
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/5 ÷ 5/12 = 42/5 × 12/5
3. = 42 × 12/5 × 5 = 504/25
4. In mixed form: 204/25

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