Dividing Fractions

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What is dividing fractions?

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Dividing fractions involves multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 1/2 is 2/1.

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How do you divide 1/4 by 1/2?

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1/4 ÷ 1/2 = 1/4 × 2/1 = 2/4 = 1/2.

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What is the result of 4/9 ÷ 1/2?

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4/9 ÷ 1/2 = 4/9 × 2/1 = 8/9.

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What is the result of 8 ÷ 9?

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8 ÷ 9 = 8/9.

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What is the result of dividing a negative fraction, -5/8?

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Dividing a negative fraction results in a negative answer, e.g., -5/8.

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What is the result of -3/14 ÷ 1?

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-3/14 ÷ 1 = -3/14.

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What is the result of 6/7 ÷ 1?

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6/7 ÷ 1 = 6/7.

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What is the process to divide 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 an example of dividing fractions?

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Example: 2/3 ÷ 4/5 = 2/3 × 5/4 = 10/12 = 5/6.