Dividing Fractions
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Mathematics
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the process for dividing fractions?
Back
To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, to divide a/b by c/d, calculate (a/b) * (d/c).
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CCSS.6.NS.A.1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a reciprocal?
Back
A reciprocal of a number is 1 divided by that number. For a fraction a/b, the reciprocal is b/a.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?
Back
To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator. Place this result over the original denominator.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the result of dividing a whole number by a fraction?
Back
Dividing a whole number by a fraction is equivalent to multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you simplify a fraction?
Back
To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?
Back
The greatest common divisor (GCD) of two or more integers is the largest positive integer that divides each of the integers without leaving a remainder.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you visualize dividing fractions?
Back
You can visualize dividing fractions using models such as area models or number lines, which help to show how many times one fraction fits into another.
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CCSS.6.NS.A.1
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