Dividing 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 a reciprocal?

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A reciprocal of a number is 1 divided by that number. For example, the reciprocal of 2 is 1/2.

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How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

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To find the reciprocal of a fraction, swap the numerator and the denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of 3/4?

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The reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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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 that whole number.

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What is 5/9 divided by 10?

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5/9 divided by 10 equals 1/18.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 1 1/9 to an improper fraction.

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1 1/9 as an improper fraction is 10/9.

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What is the result of 5/9 divided by 1/2?

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5/9 divided by 1/2 equals 1 1/9.

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How do you divide a fraction by another fraction?

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To divide a fraction by another fraction, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.