Dividing Fractions

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What is the process to divide 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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Calculate: 1/4 ÷ 2/5

Back

5/8

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Calculate: 1/4 ÷ 1/2

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2/4 or 1/2

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Calculate: 4/9 ÷ 1/2

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8/9

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.

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What is the lowest term of 2/4?

Back

1/2

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If you divide a fraction by a whole number, what do you do?

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Convert the whole number to a fraction (e.g., 3 becomes 3/1) and then multiply by its reciprocal.

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Calculate: 1/3 ÷ 3

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1/9

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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.