Dividing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists 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 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 its numerator and denominator.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the GCD of 16 and 30?

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The GCD of 16 and 30 is 2.

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Simplify: 16/30

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8/15

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What is 1/4 ÷ 2?

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1/8

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What is 3/4 divided by 2/3?

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9/8 or 1 1/8

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What is the reciprocal of 3/27?

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27/3

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What is 1/6 ÷ 3?

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1/18