Solving Dividing Fractions Word Problems

In this video, Mr. J explains how to solve word problems involving the division of fractions. He provides three examples: dividing a bag of dog food among dogs, separating saltwater into beakers, and cutting a board into smaller pieces. Each example demonstrates the use of division to find solutions, emphasizing the importance of identifying what is being divided and applying the 'keep, switch, flip' method to solve the problems.

What is the main topic of the video?

• Multiplying fractions

• Subtracting fractions

• Dividing fractions word problems

• Adding fractions

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In Lucy's problem, what fraction of the dog food does each dog get?

• 1/10

• 1/5

• 1/3

• 1/15

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What operation is used to solve Lucy's problem?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

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In AJ's experiment, how much saltwater does each beaker get?

• 1/3 gallon

• 1/4 gallon

• 1/8 gallon

• 1/12 gallon

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What is being divided in AJ's problem?

• Saltwater

• Beakers

• Experiments

• Gallons

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How many pieces will Devon get from the 4-foot board?

• 16 pieces

• 12 pieces

• 8 pieces

• 4 pieces

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What is the length of each piece in Devon's problem?

• 1 foot

• 1/2 foot

• 1/4 foot

• 1/8 foot

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What is the first step in solving a division problem involving fractions?

• Subtract the fractions

• Keep, switch, and flip

• Multiply the fractions

• Add the fractions

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What is the result of dividing 1/4 by 3?

• 1/12

• 1/8

• 1/7

• 1/3

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What is the key concept to remember when dividing fractions in word problems?

• The order of multiplication matters

• The order of division matters

• Always add the fractions first

• Always subtract the fractions first

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