Grade 6 Fraction Division Flashcard

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What is the process to divide fractions?

Back

To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, to divide a/b by c/d, calculate a/b * d/c.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

Back

The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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When dividing 5/6 by 1/3, what is the first step?

Back

The first step is to multiply 5/6 by the reciprocal of 1/3, which is 3/1.

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What is 5/6 ÷ 1/3?

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5/6 ÷ 1/3 = 5/6 * 3/1 = 15/6 = 2 1/2.

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

Back

To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, 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 result of dividing 2/3 by 1/6?

Back

2/3 ÷ 1/6 = 2/3 * 6/1 = 12/3 = 4.

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What is the result of dividing 7/8 by 3/4?

Back

7/8 ÷ 3/4 = 7/8 * 4/3 = 28/24 = 7/6.

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What is the result of dividing 2/3 by 1/4?

Back

2/3 ÷ 1/4 = 2/3 * 4/1 = 8/3 = 2 2/3.

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When dividing fractions, what does 'invert and multiply' mean?

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'Invert and multiply' means to take the reciprocal of the second fraction and multiply it with the first fraction.

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What is the quotient of 4/5 divided by 2/3?

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4/5 ÷ 2/3 = 4/5 * 3/2 = 12/10 = 6/5.