Fraction Division

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator (top number) over a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to divide fractions?

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Dividing fractions involves multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal (flipped version) of the second fraction.

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How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by swapping its numerator and denominator.

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What is the rule for dividing fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

Front

Solve: 1/2 ÷ 1/4

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1/2 ÷ 1/4 = 1/2 × 4/1 = 2.

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Solve: 3/4 ÷ 1/2

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3/4 ÷ 1/2 = 3/4 × 2/1 = 3/2 or 1 1/2.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 1 1/2.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator; the quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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Solve: 2 ÷ 1/8

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2 ÷ 1/8 = 2 × 8/1 = 16.

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What is the importance of finding a common denominator?

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Finding a common denominator is essential for adding or subtracting fractions.