Dividing Unit Fractions

Dividing Unit Fractions

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Mathematics

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a unit fraction?

Back

A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer, such as 1/2, 1/3, or 1/4.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the result of dividing a whole number by a unit fraction?

Back

The result is a greater whole number.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you have 1/5 of a pound of cornflakes and divide it into 2 equal jars, how much is in each jar?

Back

1/10 of a pound.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you have 1/3 of a bag of sugar and want to know how many days it will last if 2 bags are used each day, what is the answer?

Back

1/6 of a day.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is 1/6 of a mile divided among 3 friends?

Back

Each friend will run 1/18 of a mile.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to divide fractions?

Back

Dividing fractions involves multiplying by the reciprocal of the divisor.

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