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2.02 Dividing fractions

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Let's use the image below to help us find the value of $\frac{1}{5}\div4$15÷​4. This image shows the $1$1 whole split into $5$5 divisions of size $\frac{1}{5}$15.

         
a

Which image shows that each fifth has been divided into $4$4 parts?

A

B

C
b

What is the size of the piece created when $\frac{1}{5}$15 is divided by $4$4?

Easy
< 1min

The rectangle below is broken into divisions of $\frac{1}{2}$12 each. Let's use this image to help us find the answer to $\frac{1}{2}\div3$12÷​3.

Easy
< 1min

Let's use the image below to help us find the value of $\frac{1}{3}\div3$13÷​3. This image shows the $1$1 whole split into $3$3 divisions of size $\frac{1}{3}$13.

Easy
< 1min

Let's use the image below to help us find the value of $\frac{1}{4}\div3$14÷​3. This image shows the $1$1 whole split into $4$4 divisions of size $\frac{1}{4}$14.

Easy
< 1min
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Outcomes

6.NS.1

Interpret and compute quotients of fractions.

6.NS.1.a

Compute quotients of fractions by fractions, for example, by applying strategies such as visual fraction models, equations, and the relationship between multiplication and division, to represent problems.

6.NS.1.b

Solve real-world problems involving division of fractions by fractions.

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