Flashcard: Dividing Fractions

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What is the process to divide fractions?

Back

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 the numerator and denominator.

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What is 6/7 divided by 3/7?

Back

2 (or 2 4/7)

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What is 1/4 divided by 1/2?

Back

1/2 (or 2/4)

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What is 4/9 divided by 1/2?

Back

8/9

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What is the quotient of 6/10 in lowest terms?

Back

3/5

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the GCD of 6 and 10?

Back

2

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What does it mean for a fraction to be in lowest terms?

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A fraction is in lowest terms when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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

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Multiply the fraction by the reciprocal of the whole number.