Divide Whole Numbers by Unit Fractions

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What is the process of dividing a whole number by a unit fraction?

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To divide a whole number by a unit fraction, multiply the whole number by the reciprocal of the unit fraction.

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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.

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What is 1/5 as a decimal?

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0.2

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What is 1/4 as a decimal?

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0.25

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What is 1/7 as a decimal?

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Approximately 0.142857.

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What is 1/3 as a decimal?

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Approximately 0.333333.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the result of 6 ÷ 1/5?

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30.

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What is the result of 8 ÷ 1/7?

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56.

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What is the result of 5 ÷ 1/5?

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25.