divide fractions

Front

What is the definition of dividing fractions?

Back

Dividing fractions involves multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

Front

How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

Back

To find the reciprocal of a fraction, swap its numerator and denominator.

Front

What is the reciprocal of 3/4?

Back

The reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

Front

Calculate: 1/2 ÷ 3/4

Back

1/2 ÷ 3/4 = 1/2 × 4/3 = 2/3.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

Front

Calculate: 3/4 ÷ 1/2

Back

3/4 ÷ 1/2 = 3/4 × 2/1 = 1 1/2.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

Front

What is the result of 1/4 ÷ 1/2?

Back

1/4 ÷ 1/2 = 1/4 × 2/1 = 2/4 = 1/2.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

Front

What is the definition of a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator and a denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

Front

What does the numerator represent in a fraction?

Back

The numerator represents the number of parts being considered.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

Front

What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

Back

The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

Front

Calculate: 2 ÷ 1/2

Back

2 ÷ 1/2 = 2 × 2/1 = 4.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.7B

CCSS.5.NF.B.7C