Question

Use the tape diagram to find the value of 1/2 / 1/3. Show your reasoning.

Answer 1

Answer: 1.5, 1 1/2

Explanation:

1/2 / 1/3
reciprocal of 1/3 is 3/1
1/2 x 3/1 = 3/2 = 1 1/2

Answer 2

5/6

Explanation:

In fractions, you can convert 1/2 and 1/3's denominators into a common number.
First, multiply 2 by 3 and 3 by 2. The denominator will be 6
Then, multiply the top by the same number (the numerator)
1/2*3/3 = 3/6.
1/3*2/2=2/6
3/6+2/6=5/6