how to divide fractions
Dividing fractions is simple! All you have to do is remember one simple rule:
switch and flip! First, write the first fraction, then switch the operation from division to multiplication and flip the second fraction. Finally, multiply to solve.
1) 7/9 / 1/2
7/9 * 2/1 Flip and switch
7 * 2 = 14 Multiply numerators
9 * 1 = 9 Multiply denominators
7/9 / 1/2 = 14/9
switch and flip! First, write the first fraction, then switch the operation from division to multiplication and flip the second fraction. Finally, multiply to solve.
1) 7/9 / 1/2
7/9 * 2/1 Flip and switch
7 * 2 = 14 Multiply numerators
9 * 1 = 9 Multiply denominators
7/9 / 1/2 = 14/9
What key steps can we use to divide fractions?
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