Dividing Fractions

Front

What is dividing fractions?

Back

Dividing fractions involves multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

Front

How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?

Back

To find the reciprocal of a fraction, flip the numerator and denominator.

Front

What is the reciprocal of 1/2?

Back

The reciprocal of 1/2 is 2/1 or simply 2.

Front

What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

Front

What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

Front

How do you divide 1/4 by 1/2?

Back

1/4 ÷ 1/2 = 1/4 × 2/1 = 2/4 = 1/2.

Front

What is the result of 1/4 ÷ 2/5?

Back

1/4 ÷ 2/5 = 1/4 × 5/2 = 5/8.

Front

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

Back

To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.

Front

What is the lowest term of 4/8?

Back

The lowest term of 4/8 is 1/2.

Front

What is the first step in dividing fractions?

Back

The first step is to find the reciprocal of the second fraction.