Dividing Fractions

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What is dividing fractions?

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Dividing fractions involves multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal (or inverse) of the second fraction.

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How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

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To find the reciprocal of a fraction, swap its numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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What is the result of 1/5 divided by 7?

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1/35

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A farmer has 1/12 of a ton of apples to share among 4 families. How much weight of apples will each family receive?

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1/48 ton

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What is the result of 1/9 divided by 6?

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1/54

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If Fatima baked 7 cakes and gives each coworker 1/8 slice, how many slices can she give?

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56 slices

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

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Convert the division problem into a multiplication problem by multiplying by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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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, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is a mixed number?

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

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.