Divide fractions

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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 of the second fraction.

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How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

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To find the reciprocal of a fraction, swap its numerator and denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of 3/4?

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4/3

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How do you divide a whole number by a fraction?

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

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What is 5 ÷ 1/2?

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10

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

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The first step is to find the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is 1/2 ÷ 1/4?

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2

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How can you visualize dividing fractions?

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You can visualize it using models like pie charts or number lines.

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What is 16/25 ÷ 8/15?

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1 1/5

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What is ⅚ ÷ 4?

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5/24