divide fractions

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What is the process of dividing fractions?

Back

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

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

Back

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

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How do you find the reciprocal of 3/4?

Back

The reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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What is 1/2 ÷ 4/5?

Back

1/2 ÷ 4/5 = 5/8.

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What is 1/2 ÷ 3/4?

Back

1/2 ÷ 3/4 = 2/3.

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If Brenda has 5/6 of a pie and divides it among 4 people, how much does each person get?

Back

Each person gets 5/24 of a pie.

Front

What is 3 ÷ 1/4?

Back

3 ÷ 1/4 = 12.

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

Back

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

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What does it mean to divide by a fraction?

Back

Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal.

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If you have 2/3 of a pizza and you want to divide it by 1/2, how much does each person get?

Back

2/3 ÷ 1/2 = 4/3 or 1 1/3 pizzas.