Quotients of Fractions

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What is the quotient of two fractions?

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The quotient of two fractions is found by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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How do you 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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What is 3/4 ÷ 1/2?

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3/4 ÷ 1/2 = 3/4 × 2/1 = 3/2 or 1 1/2.

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What is 6/7 ÷ 3/7?

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6/7 ÷ 3/7 = 6/7 × 7/3 = 2.

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What is the lowest terms of 6/40?

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The lowest terms of 6/40 is 3/20.

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How many 1/16 mile segments are in 1/4 mile?

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There are 4 segments of 1/16 mile in 1/4 mile.

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What is the quotient of 12/20 in lowest terms?

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The lowest terms of 12/20 is 3/5.

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If you have 2/3 ÷ 4/5, what is the result?

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2/3 ÷ 4/5 = 2/3 × 5/4 = 10/12 or 5/6.

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What is the result of 1/2 ÷ 1/4?

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1/2 ÷ 1/4 = 1/2 × 4/1 = 2.