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Divide 42/8 with 12/24

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 12/24

42/8 ÷ 12/24 is 21/2.

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, 42/8 ÷ 12/24 = 42/8 × 24/12
3. = 42 × 24/8 × 12 = 1008/96
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/2
5. In mixed form: 101/2

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