Dividing Fractions
Solution
Sure, here's how to divide fractions step by step:
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Write down the problem. For example, let's say we want to divide 3/4 by 2/5.
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Flip the second fraction (the one you are dividing by) upside down. This is called finding the reciprocal. The reciprocal of 2/5 is 5/2.
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Change the division sign to a multiplication sign. So, our problem now reads: 3/4 * 5/2.
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Multiply the numerators (the top numbers) of the fractions together. 3 * 5 = 15.
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Multiply the denominators (the bottom numbers) of the fractions together. 4 * 2 = 8.
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Write your answer as a fraction. So, 3/4 divided by 2/5 equals 15/8.
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If possible, simplify your answer. In this case, 15/8 cannot be simplified further, so that is our final answer.
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