Divide with Fractions HW Review

Front

What is the result of dividing a whole number by a fraction?

Back

To divide a whole number by a fraction, multiply the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.

Front

What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

Back

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

Front

How do you find the reciprocal of 2?

Back

The reciprocal of 2 is 1/2.

Front

If Maddy has 2 cakes cut into eighths, how many 1/8 size pieces does she have?

Back

16 pieces.

Front

What is 3/4 ÷ 1/2?

Back

1 1/2.

Front

What is 9 divided by 3/4?

Back

12.

Front

What is the reciprocal of 4/5?

Back

5/4.

Front

What is the first step in dividing fractions?

Back

Convert the division into multiplication by using the reciprocal.

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 the result over the original denominator.

Front

What is the formula for dividing fractions?

Back

a ÷ b/c = a × c/b.