Question

What is the first step in dividing two fractions?

Answer 1

Find the reciprocal.

Step-by-step explanation:

For example if the question is :

`(1)/(2)` ÷
`(1)/(4)`

First take the reciprocal ( inverse ) of
`(1)/(4)` which is
`(4)/(1)`, which is 4. By doing this, instead of dividing, you will be multiplying.

`(1)/(2)` × 4 = 2

*Remember*

Whenever dividing two fractions, find the reciprocal of the second fraction (do not find the reciprocal of the first fraction) , then multiply the first fraction with the reciprocal of the second fraction.

Answer 2

First you need to look at the values