Divide Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, consisting of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to divide fractions?

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Dividing fractions involves multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal (flipped version) of the second fraction.

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How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by swapping its numerator and denominator.

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What is the quotient in division?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another.

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What is 4 ÷ 1/4?

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16

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What is ⅗ ÷ 4?

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3/20

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What is 1/4 ÷ 5?

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1/20

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If Mia saw 8 donuts and 3 had sprinkles, what fraction had sprinkles?

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⅜

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How do you convert a division of fractions into multiplication?

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To convert, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

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The first step is to find the reciprocal of the divisor (the second fraction).