Dividing Whole Numbers by Unit Fractions Using a Number Line

This video tutorial teaches how to divide whole numbers by unit fractions using a number line. It begins with an introduction to unit fractions and whole numbers, followed by a detailed example of dividing 5 by 1/3. The tutorial highlights common mistakes in division and provides another example of dividing 4 by 1/2. By the end, viewers will understand how to use a number line to divide whole numbers by fractions.

What is a unit fraction?

• A fraction with a numerator of 1

• A fraction with a denominator of 1

• A fraction with both numerator and denominator as 1

• A fraction with a numerator greater than 1

How many equal parts do we divide each whole into when solving 5 divided by 1/3?

• 2 equal parts

• 3 equal parts

• 4 equal parts

• 5 equal parts

What is the total number of parts when dividing 5 by 1/3?

• 15 parts

• 12 parts

• 18 parts

• 10 parts

When dividing 4 by 1/2, how many new parts are created?

• 8 new parts

• 4 new parts

• 6 new parts

• 10 new parts

What is the result of dividing 4 by 1/2?

• 6

• 8

• 4

• 2