Dividing Fractions

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What is the process for dividing fractions?

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To divide fractions, use the 'Keep, Change, Flip' (KCF) method: keep the first fraction, change the division sign to multiplication, and flip the second fraction (take its reciprocal). Then multiply the numerators and denominators.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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How can you interpret the expression 3 divided by 1/3 in a real-world context?

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It can be interpreted as asking how many 1/3 cup servings can be made from a 3 cup bag of granola.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.7B

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What is the result of dividing 5/3 by 15/7?

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The result is 7/9.

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What is the result of dividing 5 by 1/5?

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The result is 25.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.7C

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What does KCF stand for in the context of dividing fractions?

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KCF stands for 'Keep, Change, Flip', which is the method used to divide fractions.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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How do you convert a division of fractions into a multiplication problem?

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You convert it by taking the reciprocal of the second fraction and changing the division sign to multiplication.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by swapping its numerator and denominator.

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If you have the fraction 12/20, how can you simplify it?

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You can simplify it by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 4, resulting in 3/5.

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

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The first step is to keep the first fraction as it is.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is the second step in dividing fractions?

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The second step is to change the division sign to a multiplication sign.

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