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 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 that whole number.

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What is the lowest terms of a fraction?

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A fraction is in lowest terms when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the quotient of 1/4 ÷ 2/5?

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The quotient is 5/8.

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What is the quotient of 4/9 ÷ 1/2?

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The quotient is 8/9.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator; the quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is the quotient of 3/5 ÷ 1?

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The quotient is 3/5.