Unit fraction division

Unit fraction division

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a unit fraction?

Back

A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer, such as 1/2, 1/3, or 1/4.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you divide a fraction by a whole number?

Back

To divide a fraction by a whole number, multiply the denominator of the fraction by the whole number. For example, 1/2 ÷ 4 = 1/(2*4) = 1/8.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

Dividing a whole number by a unit fraction is equivalent to multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the unit fraction. For example, 4 ÷ 1/7 = 4 * 7/1 = 28.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you have 1/3 pound of fruit and share it equally among 3 bowls, how much is in each bowl?

Back

1/3 ÷ 3 = 1/3 * 1/3 = 1/9 pound in each bowl.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the result of 1/4 ÷ 6?

Back

1/4 ÷ 6 = 1/(4*6) = 1/24.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to divide fractions?

Back

Dividing fractions involves multiplying by the reciprocal of the divisor. For example, a/b ÷ c/d = a/b * d/c.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you visualize dividing a fraction by a whole number?

Back

You can visualize it by partitioning the whole into equal parts and then taking the specified number of those parts.

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