Chapter 10 Study Guide: Dividing Fractions

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What is the rule for dividing fractions?

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@@\frac{1}{4} ÷ 5 = \frac{1}{4} \times \frac{1}{5} = \frac{1}{20}$$.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its simplest form, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you convert a whole number to a fraction?

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What is the result of 1 ÷ 2?

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What is the mixed number form of 9 ÷ 5?

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How do you divide a whole number by a fraction?

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To divide a whole number by a fraction, multiply the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

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The first step is to find the reciprocal of the divisor (the fraction you are dividing by).