Understanding Division of Fractions

The video tutorial explains how to divide the number two by the fraction three-fourths. It begins by converting the whole number two into a fraction, two over one, and then explains the concept of multiplying by the reciprocal of three-fourths. The tutorial demonstrates the multiplication of numerators and denominators to arrive at the result of eight over three. It further explains how to convert this improper fraction into a mixed number, two and two-thirds. The video concludes with a summary of the division process and the results obtained.

What is the first step in dividing a whole number by a fraction?

• Convert the whole number into a fraction by placing it over one

• Convert the whole number into a decimal

• Multiply the whole number by the fraction

• Subtract the fraction from the whole number

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

What is the reciprocal of the fraction 3/4?

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 3/4

• 4/3

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

How do you multiply two fractions together?

• Add the numerators and denominators

• Multiply the numerators and add the denominators

• Multiply the numerators and multiply the denominators

• Divide the numerators and multiply the denominators

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4A

CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

What is the result of multiplying 2 by the reciprocal of 3/4?

• 3/8

• 8/3

• 6/4

• 4/3

How can you express the fraction 8/3 as a mixed number?

• 2 and 2/3

• 3 and 1/3

• 2 and 1/3

• 3 and 2/3

What is the final answer when dividing 2 by 3/4?

• 6/4

• 2 and 1/3

• 8/3 or 2 and 2/3

• 3 and 1/3