Divide Fractions

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What is the process for 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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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the result of dividing a fraction by a whole number?

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To divide a fraction by a whole number, multiply the denominator of the fraction by the whole number.

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What is the simplified form of 2/4?

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1/2

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the GCD of 8 and 12?

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The GCD of 8 and 12 is 4.

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What is the result of 6/7 ÷ 3/7?

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The result is 2.

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What is the result of 1/4 ÷ 1/2?

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The result is 2/4, which simplifies to 1/2.

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What is the result of 4/9 ÷ 1/2?

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The result is 8/9.