Dividing Fractions

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What is dividing fractions?

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Dividing fractions involves finding how many times one fraction fits into another. It can be done by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second.

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What is the rule for dividing fractions?

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The rule is 'Keep, Change, Flip'. Keep the first fraction, change the division to multiplication, and flip the second fraction.

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What does 'flip' mean in the context of dividing fractions?

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'Flip' means to take the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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How do you convert a whole number to a fraction?

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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 fraction by the reciprocal of the whole number.