Computing the Quotient of Fractions Using the Fractions Division Rule

This video tutorial teaches how to compute the quotient of fractions using the division rule. It begins with an introduction to the concept, followed by a review of multiplying fractions. The lesson then uses models to illustrate the division of fractions, highlighting the pattern of flipping divisors to become quotients. Real-life examples are provided to apply the division rule, emphasizing the concept of reciprocals and inverse operations. The tutorial concludes with examples demonstrating the rule's application, reinforcing the understanding of dividing fractions by multiplying by the reciprocal.

What is the first step in multiplying fractions?

• Add the numerators

• Multiply the numerators

• Divide the numerators

• Subtract the denominators

When dividing a whole by a fraction, what pattern is observed?

• The divisor is halved

• The divisor is flipped to become the quotient

• The divisor is squared

• The divisor becomes the numerator

In the context of the recipe problem, what does 1 1/3 represent?

• One whole recipe

• One and a third recipes

• One third of a recipe

• Three whole recipes

What is the reciprocal of 2/5?

• 2/5

• 1/5

• 10/5

• 5/2

How many 1/3 are in 2?

• 12

• 3

• 6

• 9

What is the result of dividing 2/5 by 5/6 using the reciprocal?

• 6/5

• 5/12

• 25/12

• 12/25

What is the fractions division rule?

• Dividing by a fraction is the same as dividing by its reciprocal

• Dividing by a fraction is the same as subtracting its reciprocal

• Dividing by a fraction is the same as adding its reciprocal

• Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal