Divide fractions

Front

What is the process of dividing fractions?

Back

To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

Tags

CCSS.6.NS.A.1

Front

What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

Back

The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

Front

How do you find the reciprocal of 3/4?

Back

The reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

Front

What is 1/2 ÷ 1/4?

Back

1/2 ÷ 1/4 = 2.

Tags

CCSS.6.NS.A.1

Front

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.

Front

Convert 1 1/2 to an improper fraction.

Back

1 1/2 = 3/2.

Front

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

Back

Dividing a whole number by a fraction is the same as multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.

Front

What is 6 ÷ 1/3?

Back

6 ÷ 1/3 = 18.

Tags

CCSS.5.NF.B.7B

CCSS.5.NF.B.7C

Front

What is the first step in dividing fractions?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.6.NS.A.1

Front

What is 16/25 ÷ 8/15?

Back

16/25 ÷ 8/15 = 1 1/5.

Tags

CCSS.6.NS.A.1