Dividing Fractions Only (Wallace)

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, consisting of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to divide fractions?

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Dividing fractions involves finding how many times one fraction fits into another.

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How do you divide fractions?

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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?

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

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What is the reciprocal of 1/4?

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The reciprocal of 1/4 is 4/1 or simply 4.

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What is the reciprocal of 3/5?

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The reciprocal of 3/5 is 5/3.

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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.

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Convert 1 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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1 1/2 = 3/2.

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What is the result of 1/4 ÷ 1/2?

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1/4 ÷ 1/2 = 1/4 × 2/1 = 2/4 = 1/2.

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What is the result of 2/6 ÷ 1/8?

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2/6 ÷ 1/8 = 2/6 × 8/1 = 16/6 = 2 2/3.