IXL | Divide fractions and whole numbers | 6th grade math

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Divide.

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key idea

Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal.

This is also true for any number, not just fractions. Dividing by a number is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal.

solution

To divide by 2, multiply by its reciprocal,

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Rewrite the numerator and denominator to identify common factors.

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Cancel common factors, and simplify.

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Looking for more? Try these:

Lesson: Dividing whole numbers by fractions

Lesson: Dividing fractions by whole numbers

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M.3Divide whole numbers and unit fractions

T.7Divide unit fractions and whole numbers using area models

Lesson: Dividing whole numbers by fractions

Lesson: Dividing fractions by whole numbers