Dividing Fractions

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What is 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 the reciprocal of a fraction?

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

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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 quotient of 1 ÷ 1/4?

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4

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What is the quotient of 5 ÷ 1/5?

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25

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What is the quotient of 2/3 ÷ 4/5?

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2/3 × 5/4 = 10/12 = 5/6 (in lowest terms).

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What is the quotient of 6 ÷ 2/3?

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6 × 3/2 = 18/2 = 9.

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What is the quotient of 3/4 ÷ 1/2?

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3/4 × 2/1 = 6/4 = 3/2 (in lowest terms).

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What does 'lowest terms' mean?

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Lowest terms means that the fraction is simplified to its smallest possible numerator and denominator.

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What is the quotient of 12/20 in lowest terms?

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3/5.