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Divide 8/42 with 2/12

8/42 ÷ 2/12 is 8/7.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/12: 12/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 8/42 ÷ 2/12 = 8/42 × 12/2
3. = 8 × 12/42 × 2 = 96/84
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 8/7
5. In mixed form: 11/7

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