Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is the result of 5 ÷ ⅕?

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25

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If Valerie bought a 9 ft piece of ribbon and wants to cut it into 2/3 ft pieces, how many pieces can she cut?

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13

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What is 1/4 ÷ 2/5?

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5/8

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Mr. Gomez had 3/4 of a cake to divide amongst 6 guests. What part of the cake will each guest receive?

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1/8

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What is 2/5 divided by 3/4?

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8/15

Front

Define dividing fractions.

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

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

Front

What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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

Front

Explain the process of dividing a whole number by a fraction.

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Multiply the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.