Division of Fractions

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What is the result of dividing a fraction by a whole number?

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To divide a fraction by a whole number, multiply the denominator of the fraction by the whole number. For example, 1/3 ÷ 4 = 1/3 * 1/4 = 1/12.

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How do you divide two fractions?

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To divide two fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, 1/4 ÷ 2/5 = 1/4 * 5/2 = 5/8.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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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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If Teresa has 10 yards of fabric and makes 4 tote bags, how much fabric does she use for each?

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10 yards ÷ 4 = 10/4 = 2.5 yards or 4/10 yards.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.3

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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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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is 1/4 ÷ 1/2?

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1/4 ÷ 1/2 = 1/4 * 2/1 = 2/4 = 1/2.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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How can you check your answer after dividing fractions?

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You can check your answer by multiplying the result by the divisor. If you get the original dividend, your answer is correct.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is the result of 4/9 ÷ 1/2?

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4/9 ÷ 1/2 = 4/9 * 2/1 = 8/9.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is a common mistake when dividing fractions?

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A common mistake is to multiply the fractions instead of using the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1