Making Bracelets (Divide a whole number by a unit fraction using the number line)

This lesson teaches how to divide a whole number by a unit fraction using a practical example involving bracelet making. The process is demonstrated using a number line, and the result is verified through multiplication. The lesson concludes with a summary of the key concepts learned.

What is a unit fraction?

• A fraction with a numerator greater than the denominator

• A fraction with equal numerator and denominator

• A fraction with a denominator of 1

• A fraction with a numerator of 1

How many bracelets can Destiny make with 5 feet of ribbon if each bracelet requires 1/3 foot?

• 10

• 15

• 5

• 20

What is the expression used to find how many 1/3-foot pieces are in 5 feet?

• 5 divided by 1/3

• 5 multiplied by 1/3

• 5 plus 1/3

• 1/3 divided by 5

How can you verify the result of dividing 5 by 1/3?

• By adding 5 and 1/3

• By subtracting 1/3 from 5

• By multiplying 15 by 1/3

• By dividing 15 by 1/3

What is the result of multiplying 15 by 1/3?

• 5

• 3

• 15

• 1