Illustrative Mathematics Grade 6 Unit 4 Dividing Fractions

Front

What is the process of dividing 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 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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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. For example, 2 1/3 = (2×3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

Front

What is the area of a triangle formula?

Back

The area of a triangle is calculated using the formula: Area = 1/2 × base × height.

Front

How do you simplify a fraction?

Back

To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

Front

What is the result of 9/4 ÷ 2/3?

Back

3⅜

Front

If Mai biked 8 3/4 miles and Noah biked 3 1/2 miles, how many times farther did Mai bike than Noah?

Back

5/2 times as far.

Front

How do you find the height of a triangle if you know the area and the base?

Back

Rearrange the area formula: height = (Area × 2) / base.

Front

What is 3/4 ÷ 1/5?

Back

3¾

Front

If Caroline has 1/2 of a bag of donuts and shares it with 3 friends, how much does each friend get?

Back

1/8 of the bag.