division of fraction practise

Front

What is the reciprocal of a number?

Back

The reciprocal of a number is 1 divided by that number. For example, the reciprocal of 5 is 1/5.

Front

How do you divide fractions?

Back

To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, a/b ÷ c/d = a/b × d/c.

Front

What is 1/3 ÷ 4?

Back

1/3 ÷ 4 = 1/3 × 1/4 = 1/12.

Front

What is 1/4 ÷ 2/5?

Back

1/4 ÷ 2/5 = 1/4 × 5/2 = 5/8.

Front

What is 4/9 ÷ 1/2?

Back

4/9 ÷ 1/2 = 4/9 × 2/1 = 8/9.

Front

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

Back

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

Front

What is the reciprocal of 1/2?

Back

The reciprocal of 1/2 is 2/1 or simply 2.

Front

What is 1/4 ÷ 2/5?

Back

1/4 ÷ 2/5 = 1/4 × 5/2 = 5/8.

Front

How can you check your answer when dividing fractions?

Back

You can check your answer by multiplying the result by the divisor. If you get the original dividend, your answer is correct.

Front

What is the reciprocal of 0?

Back

The reciprocal of 0 is undefined because you cannot divide by zero.