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Dividing Fractions

Units and Fractions Dividing Fractions

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  • (0:01) Dividing Fractions: Change the division sign to multiplication and flip the second fraction (use its reciprocal). Then, multiply and simplify.
  • (0:34) Dividing by a Whole Number: Treat the whole number as a fraction over 1. For example, dividing by 6 is the same as multiplying by $\large \frac{1}{6} $.
  • (1:32) Dividing Mixed Fractions: Convert mixed fractions to improper fractions first to avoid common math mistakes, then proceed with division as usual.

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Step-by-step guide on dividing fractions, showing how to change division to multiplication, invert the second fraction, and multiply to simplify.
Example of dividing a fraction by a whole number with steps showing the reciprocal and cross-cancelling method.
Handling mixed fractions example, showing steps to convert and divide 2 2/5 by 2/5 using improper fractions and the cross-cancelling method.

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