This math skill teaches how to divide fractions by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second. It involves multiplying the numerators and denominators of the resulting fractions to find the solution, which can then be simplified if necessary.
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Let's divide 3 quarters by 2 thirds
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Dividing fractions is the same as multiplying the inverse, so this becomes 3 quarters, times three halfs
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Multiplying numerators and denominators gives us an answer of 9 over 8
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Which can be simplified to 1 and 1 over 8
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Fraction division with simple fractions
Test your understanding of fraction division with simple fractions by practicing it! Work through the below exercises to use it in practice.