Divide Fractions

Front

What is the rule for dividing fractions?

Back

keep, change, flip (reciprocal)

Front

What is another name for flip as it relates to dividing fractions?

Back

reciprocal

Front

1/4 ÷ 1/2 = ?

Back

2/4

Front

1/2 divided by 3/4 = ?

Back

2/3

Front

The bakery makes 6 pies. Each slice is 1/8 of the whole pie. How many slices are there?

Back

48 slices

Front

What does 'reciprocal' mean in terms of fractions?

Back

The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

Front

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

Back

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

Front

What is the first step in dividing fractions?

Back

Keep the first fraction the same.

Front

What is the second step in dividing fractions?

Back

Change the division sign to multiplication.

Front

What is the third step in dividing fractions?

Back

Flip the second fraction (take the reciprocal).