Dividing a Whole Number by a Non-Unit Fraction

This video tutorial teaches how to divide whole numbers by non-unit fractions by conceptualizing equal groups. It reviews basic division concepts, explains the difference between dividing by a fraction and a whole number, and provides a detailed example of dividing by 2/3. The tutorial also demonstrates how to use multiplication to verify division results, ensuring accuracy in calculations.

What is the result of dividing 8 by 2?

• 5

• 4

• 3

• 2

How many halves are there in a whole?

• 1

• 4

• 2

• 3

What is the result of dividing 1 by 1/2?

• 3

• 1/2

• 2

• 1

How many groups of 2/3 are there in 4?

• 5

• 4

• 7

• 6

What is the multiplication check for 4 divided by 2/3?

• 6 times 3/2 equals 4

• 4 times 3/2 equals 6

• 4 times 2/3 equals 6

• 6 times 2/3 equals 4