Dividing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, where the top number is the numerator and the bottom number is the denominator.

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How do you divide fractions?

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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How many 2/3 ft pieces can be cut from 9 ft of ribbon?

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

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What does it mean to find the quotient?

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Finding the quotient means determining how many times one number is contained within another, typically through division.

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

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What is the importance of understanding division of fractions?

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Understanding division of fractions is crucial for solving real-world problems involving parts of a whole, such as recipes, measurements, and sharing.

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If Kamari completed 4 problems in 1/3 hour, how much time did he spend on each problem?

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What is a common mistake when dividing fractions?

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A common mistake is to divide the numerators and denominators directly instead of multiplying by the reciprocal.