Complex Fractions (Dividing Fractions)

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What is a complex fraction?

Back

A fraction with a fraction in the numerator, denominator, or both.

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A unit rate is

Back

a rate with the denominator of one.

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How do you divide fractions?

Back

Multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor.

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What is the reciprocal of 3/4?

Back

4/3.

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Simplify: 1/2 ÷ 3/4

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2/3.

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What is the first step in simplifying a complex fraction?

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Identify the numerator and denominator.

Front

Simplify the complex fraction: (1/2) / (3/4)

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2/3.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To reduce it to its lowest terms.

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What is the result of 1/4 ÷ 2/5?

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5/8.

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If you have 3/5 ÷ 1/2, what is the answer?

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3/5 * 2/1 = 6/5 or 1 1/5.