What is the first step in dividing fractions?

The first step is to find the reciprocal of the second fraction.

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.

What is the lowest term of $$\frac{12}{20}$$ ?

The lowest term is $$\frac{3}{5}$$ .

How do you divide a fraction by a whole number?

To divide a fraction by a whole number, multiply the fraction by the reciprocal of the whole number.

What is the importance of finding the lowest terms in fractions?

Finding the lowest terms makes fractions easier to understand and compare.

Dividing Fractions Flashcards: 16 Cards

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the result of $\frac{1}{2} \div \frac{1}{2}$ ?

Back

The result is 1.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the quotient of $\frac{6}{40}$ in lowest terms?

Back

The quotient in lowest terms is $\frac{3}{5}$ .

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Solve: $\frac{1}{2} \div 1\frac{3}{4}$

Back

The answer is $\frac{4}{14}$ .

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is $\frac{5}{6} \div \frac{2}{3}$ ?

Back

The result is $1\frac{1}{4}$ .

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is $\frac{2}{5} \div 4$ ?

Back

The answer is $\frac{1}{10}$ .

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define dividing fractions.

Back

Dividing fractions involves multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the reciprocal of $\frac{3}{4}$ ?

Back

The reciprocal is $\frac{4}{3}$ .

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

Back

Multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator. For example, $1\frac{3}{4} = \frac{1 \times 4 + 3}{4} = \frac{7}{4}$ .

10.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you have $\frac{a}{b} \div \frac{c}{d}$ , what is the equivalent expression?

Back

It is equivalent to $\frac{a}{b} \times \frac{d}{c}$ .

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