Dividing with Fractions

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What does it mean to divide by a fraction?

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Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal. For example, dividing by 1/3 is the same as multiplying by 3.

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How do you divide a whole number by a fraction?

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To divide a whole number by a fraction, multiply the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction. For example, 3 ÷ 1/4 = 3 × 4/1 = 12.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping its numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 1/2 is 2/1.

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If you have 3 cups of granola, how many 1/3 cup servings can you make?

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You can make 3 ÷ (1/3) = 3 × 3 = 9 servings.

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The result is 1.5.

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How do you find the fraction of a whole when dividing?

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What is the answer to 2 ÷ 1/7?

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The answer is 2 × 7 = 14.

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If a sandwich is 1/5 of a foot long, what is the length of each piece if cut into 3 equal pieces?

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How many pancakes can Jemma make with 5 cups of batter using a 1/3 cup scoop?

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Jemma can make 5 ÷ (1/3) = 5 × 3 = 15 pancakes.

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What is the equation for dividing a fraction by a whole number?

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