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Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

Rebekah Stewart

Created by Rebekah Stewart

12 questions

6th Grade

Math

Updated May 2025

Multiplying and Dividing Fractions is a Grade 6 mathematics worksheet that gives students practice applying fraction operations in real-world situations. The 12 questions include 8 multiple-choice items and 4 fill-in-the-blank items focused on multiplying and dividing fractions and mixed numbers, such as finding a fractional amount of a recipe, determining how many fractional-length pieces can be cut from a measurement, and scaling a time by 1 1/4. Students must select or calculate answers while interpreting what each situation requires: multiplication for scaling and taking part of a quantity, or division for finding the number of equal-sized groups. This free printable worksheet helps teachers check whether students can convert and operate with mixed numbers accurately in context. It includes a complete answer key for efficient review, independent practice, homework, intervention, or assessment in Grade 6 math.

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Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

Total questions: 12

Name
Class
Date
1.

3 14 ⋅15 3\ \frac{1}{4\ }\cdot\frac{1}{5\ }  

a)

1 3201\ \frac{3}{20}  

b)

2013\frac{20}{13}  

c)

3 1203\ \frac{1}{20}  

d)

1320\frac{13}{20}  

2.

  811 ⋅34\frac{8}{11\ }\cdot\frac{3}{4}  

(a)  

3.

2 12⋅4 122\ \frac{1}{2}\cdot4\ \frac{1}{2}  

a)

95\frac{9}{5}  

b)

6 246\ \frac{2}{4}  

c)

59\frac{5}{9}  

d)

35\frac{3}{5}  

4.

Gwen and Ali worked together on an art project for 2 and 7/10 hours.  It took Emmarie 1 and 1/4  times as long to complete her project alone.  How long did Emmarie work on her project?

a)

3 and 3/8

b)

8 and 3/8

c)

3 hours

d)

2 and 8/14

5.

A construction worker has 6 and 3/4 feet of pipe.  How many pieces of pipe can he cut if each piece needs to be 3/8 foot in length?

a)

19

b)

17

c)

18

d)

16

6.

1 14 ÷231\ \frac{1}{4\ }\div\frac{2}{3}  

a)

1 781\ \frac{7}{8}  

b)

1012\frac{10}{12}  

c)

56\frac{5}{6}  

d)

1 561\ \frac{5}{6}  

7.

1 710 ÷3 131\ \frac{7}{10\ }\div3\ \frac{1}{3}  

a)

3 7133\ \frac{7}{13}  

b)

4560\frac{45}{60}  

c)

1/2

d)

51100\frac{51}{100}  

8.

12 ⋅ 34\frac{1}{2\ }\cdot\ \frac{3}{4}  

(a)  

9.

1 12 ⋅ 341\ \frac{1}{2\ }\cdot\ \frac{3}{4}  

(a)  

10.

1 12⋅ 1 341\ \frac{1}{2}\cdot\ 1\ \frac{3}{4}  

(a)  

11.

A recipe calls for 2 and 1/4 cups of flour.  Reyna wants to make  1/2 of the recipe.  How many cups of flour should Reyna use?

a)

2 and 1/8 cups of flour

b)

1/8 cup of flour

c)

1 and 3/8 cups of flour

d)

1 and 1/8 cups of flour

12.

Gwen and Ali worked together on an art project for 2 and 7/10 hours.  It took Emmarie 1 and 1/4 times as long to complete her project alone.  How long did Emmarie work on her project?

a)

3 and 3/8

b)

2 and 1/6

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Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

Total questions: 12

1.
d)

1320\frac{13}{20}  

2.
6/11
3.
c)

59\frac{5}{9}  

4.
a)

3 and 3/8

5.
c)

18

6.
a)

1 781\ \frac{7}{8}  

7.
d)

51100\frac{51}{100}  

8.
3/8
9.
1 1/8, 1 and 1/8
10.
2 5/8, 2 and 5/8
11.
d)

1 and 1/8 cups of flour

12.
a)

3 and 3/8

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FAQs

What does the Multiplying and Dividing Fractions worksheet cover?

This Grade 6 worksheet covers multiplying and dividing fractions and mixed numbers through 12 application questions: 8 multiple-choice items and 4 fill-in-the-blank items. Students solve problems involving scaling a quantity by 1 1/4, finding half of a recipe, and determining how many 3/8-foot pieces can be cut from 6 3/4 feet of pipe. These contexts require students to decide which operation fits the situation and calculate accurately.

How can I use this worksheet to teach multiplying and dividing fractions?

Introduce the worksheet by having students identify whether each situation describes scaling, finding a fraction of a quantity, or making equal groups. Model one mixed-number multiplication problem, such as multiplying 2 7/10 by 1 1/4, and one measurement division problem before students work independently. Ask students to explain what the answer represents in the art-project, recipe, and pipe-cutting contexts rather than selecting an option without showing their reasoning.

What mistakes should I watch for on this fractions worksheet?

Students may add or subtract the numbers in a word problem instead of recognizing multiplication for scaling or division for equal-sized pieces. Watch for errors when converting mixed numbers to improper fractions, especially in the 2 7/10, 1 1/4, and 6 3/4 examples, as well as reversing the divisor in the pipe problem. Students may also interpret 1/2 of 2 1/4 cups as subtracting 1/2 rather than multiplying by 1/2.

How do I assign and grade this Multiplying and Dividing Fractions worksheet?

Wayground provides this worksheet as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz, and it includes a complete answer key for checking the 8 multiple-choice and 4 fill-in-the-blank responses. Printable submissions can be graded by scanning student work with the Wayground for Teachers app. The printable format also gives schools an option for reducing screen time during fraction practice.

How can I differentiate this fractions worksheet for my students?

Use the worksheet’s Advanced Settings to adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size so the mixed-number word problems and answer choices are easier to read. You can also apply a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language when that better supports access to the fraction calculations and real-world contexts.

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