Dividing Fractions

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, to divide 1/2 by 3/4, you multiply 1/2 by 4/3.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is the simplified form of 16/30?

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The simplified form of 16/30 is 8/15.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you convert a whole number to a fraction?

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A whole number can be converted to a fraction by placing it over 1. For example, the whole number 2 can be written as 2/1.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is the result of dividing a whole number by a fraction?

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Dividing a whole number by a fraction is equivalent to multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.

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Calculate: 2 ÷ 1/4

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2 ÷ 1/4 = 2 * 4/1 = 8.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.7B

CCSS.5.NF.B.7C

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What is the result of 3/4 divided by 2/3?

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3/4 divided by 2/3 equals 3/4 * 3/2 = 9/8 or 1 1/8.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 1 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.