DIVIDING FRACTIONS

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What is dividing fractions?

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Dividing fractions involves finding how many times one fraction fits into another. It can be done by multiplying by the reciprocal of the divisor.

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How do you divide fractions using KCF?

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KCF stands for Keep, Change, Flip. Keep the first fraction, change the division sign to multiplication, and flip the second fraction (take its reciprocal).

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping its numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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What is 6/7 ÷ 3/7?

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2.

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What is 1/4 ÷ 2/5?

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5/8.

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What is 1/4 ÷ 1/2?

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2/4 or 1/2.

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What does 'flip' mean in the context of dividing fractions?

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'Flip' means to take the reciprocal of the fraction.

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

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Identify the first fraction and the second fraction (the divisor).

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What is the result of multiplying a fraction by its reciprocal?

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The result is always 1. For example, 3/4 * 4/3 = 1.

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What is the importance of KCF in dividing fractions?

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KCF simplifies the process of dividing fractions by converting it into a multiplication problem, which is easier to solve.