Divide Whole Numbers by Unit Fractions

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What does it mean to divide a whole number by a unit fraction?

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Dividing a whole number by a unit fraction means to find out how many times the unit fraction fits into the whole number. This is equivalent to multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the unit fraction.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 1/3 is 3/1.

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How do you divide a whole number by a unit fraction?

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

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What is 8 divided by 1/7?

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56

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What is 7 divided by 1/3?

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21

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What is 5 ÷ 1/6 equivalent to?

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5 x 6

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What is 6 divided by 1/4?

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24

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What is 6 ÷ 1/5?

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30

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If you have 10 divided by 1/2, what is the result?

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20

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What is the formula for dividing a whole number by a fraction?

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Whole Number ÷ Fraction = Whole Number x (Reciprocal of the Fraction).