Week 15 (6th) FLASHCARD "Fractions Divided by Fractions"

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What is the process to divide fractions?

Back

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?

Back

The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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What is 1/3 divided by 2/5?

Back

5/6

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How do you express a fraction as a mixed number?

Back

To express a fraction as a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator and write the remainder as a fraction.

Front

What is 7/8 divided by 4/5 expressed as a mixed number?

Back

1 3/32

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What is the simplified result of 3/4 ÷ 1/2?

Back

6/4 or 1 1/2.

Front

What is the result of dividing 2/5 by 3/4?

Back

8/15

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How do you simplify the division of fractions?

Back

Simplify by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second and then reducing if possible.

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

Back

Identify the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

Back

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