Dividing Fractions

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What is the process for dividing fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second 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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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the quotient of 3/4 divided by 1/2?

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The quotient is 3/2 or 1.5.

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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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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the result of 5 divided by 1/5?

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The result is 25.

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What is the lowest terms of the fraction 6/8?

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The lowest terms of 6/8 is 3/4.

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What is the result of 1/4 divided by 2/5?

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The result is 5/8.

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How do you divide two fractions with different denominators?

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Convert both fractions to have a common denominator, then divide the numerators.