Question

How do you divide mixed fractions

Answer 1

To divide fractions, we can use a method called "copy dot flip."

Let's say we were given 1/4 ÷ 1/2.

Copy: the first fraction.

Dot: change from dividing to multiplying.

Flip: take the reciprocal of the last fraction.

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Copy: 1/4

Dot: · (×)

Flip: 2/1

Now, write as an equation.

1/4 · 2/1

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Now, to multiply fractions, you multiply the number right next to it.

`(1*2)/(4*1)`

Simplify.

2/4 or 1/2

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