Dividing fraction word problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you divide 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, 1/2 ÷ 3 = 1/(2*3) = 1/6.

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What does it mean to divide a whole number by a fraction?

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Dividing a whole number by a fraction is the same as multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction. For example, 4 ÷ 1/2 = 4 * 2/1 = 8.

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How can you visualize dividing fractions?

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You can visualize dividing fractions using models like pie charts or number lines, showing how many times the divisor fits into the dividend.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction 'a/b' is 'b/a'. It is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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If Molly has 3 pounds of blueberries and freezes them in 1/2 pound portions, how many portions does she make?

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6 portions.

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Mitch has half a lasagna left and wants to eat it over 4 days. What fraction does he eat each day?

Back

1/8 of the lasagna each day.

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How many tiles does Thomas need for a 5 ft wide floor if each tile covers 1/5 foot?

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25 tiles.

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If the Jackson family divides 1/2 acre into three lots, what is the size of each lot?

Back

1/6 acre.

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Ryan has three cakes and cuts each into fourths. How many slices does he have?

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12 slices.