Dividing Fractions

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What is the process of dividing 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 3/8 divided by 1/6?

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2 1/4

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What is 9/10 divided by 1/3?

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2 7/10

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What is 6/11 divided by 1/2?

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1 1/11

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What is 5/9 divided by 1/2?

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1 1/9

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What is 5/8 divided by 1/4?

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2 1/2

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator; the quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.