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Can you use a rule for multiplying by the reciprocal to divide whole numbers?
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∙ 12y ago
Yes. Integers, Real Numbers, and even Complex Numbers can as well.
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How do you multiply hole numbers and fractions?
You simply put the whole number over one making it a fraction then you flip the reciprocal and divide the two fractions insted of multiplying.
What dies it mean to divide a whole number by a fraction?
To divide a whole number by a fraction, you can rewrite the fraction as a whole number by multiplying the denominator by the whole number. Then, divide the resulting whole number by the numerator of the fraction. This process is equivalent to multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.
How do you divide fractions by full numbers?
The same as when you divide a fraction by a fraction: you multiply by the reciprocal. Here is an example:Calculate 2/5 divided by 7 Since the reciprocal of 7 is 1/7, you convert this to: 2/5 times 1/7 Then you do the multiplication.
How is multiplying a decimal by a whole number the same as multiplying 2 whole numbers?
It is not. When multiplying two whole numbers you need not be concerned about placing the decimal point in the answer.
How many five thirds are in 2 whole numbers?
Divide 2 / (5/3). To divide by a fraction, you multiply by the reciprocal (on the right side): 2 x (3/5).
How do you divide a unit fraction by a whole number?
Multiply by the reciprocal.
How do you divide whole numbers by fractions?
Mutiply the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.
How do you multiplying whole numbers?
With a calculator :)
When you divide a whole number by a fraction with a numerator of 1 explain how you can find the quotient?
When dividing by fractions, multiply the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction. In this case, it's the same as multiplying the whole number by the denominator. 5 divided by 1/2 = 5 x 2/1 = 10
How is multiplying integers is like multiplying whole number?
In every possible way- because whole numbers and integers are the same.
Is multiplying decimals and whole numbers similar?
Very.
What whole numbers can be divide exactly into 18?
1,2,3,6,9 & 18 !
