Solving Fraction Word Problems with Division Techniques

The video tutorial explains how to solve a problem where Dean needs to cut a 3/4 foot piece of wood into pieces that are 1/16th of a foot long. It demonstrates using division to find the number of pieces, emphasizing the importance of setting up the division correctly. The tutorial also shows an alternative method using a diagram to visualize the problem, ensuring a clear understanding of the solution.

What is the length of the piece of wood Dean has?

• 1/4 foot

• 1 foot

• 3/4 foot

• 1/2 foot

How long are the pieces Dean needs to cut?

• 1/8 foot

• 1/4 foot

• 1/2 foot

• 1/16 foot

Which mathematical operation is used to solve the problem?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

What is the first step in setting up the division problem?

• Multiply the fractions

• Divide the fractions

• Write the fraction to be divided first

• Write the fraction to be divided second

What is the reciprocal of 1/16?

• 16

• 1/16

• 1/4

• 16/1

What is the product of 3/4 and 16/1?

• 16

• 4

• 48

• 12

How many pieces of 1/16 foot can be cut from a 3/4 foot piece of wood?

• 12

• 10

• 14

• 16

What is the purpose of drawing a diagram in this problem?

• To check the weight of the wood

• To measure the wood

• To visualize the division

• To find the length of the wood

How many sections does each quarter of the foot need to be divided into?

• 4

• 2

• 3

• 5

How many pieces of 1/16 foot fit into 3/4 foot according to the diagram?

• 13

• 10

• 11

• 12