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Divide 42/8 with 12/49

1^st number: 5 2/8, 2^nd number: 12/49

42/8 ÷ 12/49 is 343/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 12/49: 49/12
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/8 ÷ 12/49 = 42/8 × 49/12
3. = 42 × 49/8 × 12 = 2058/96
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 343/16
5. In mixed form: 217/16

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