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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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 2 2/3 as an improper fraction?

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2 2/3 as an improper fraction is 8/3.

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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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What is the result of dividing 2 2/3 by 2/5?

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The result is 6 2/3.

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What is 7/8 ÷ 4?

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The result is 7/32.

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If Phoebe spends 1/4 hour on French and 1 hour total, how many subjects does she have?

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Phoebe has 4 subjects.

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How do you find the fraction each person gets when dividing a whole?

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Divide the total amount by the number of people.

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What is 5/6 divided by 4?

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Each person gets 5/24 of the pie.