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How do you invert the divisor and multiply a fraction?
(a/b) divided by (c/d) =(a/b) x (d/c) <-- notice divisor is inverted (turned upside down) now multiply both numerators and both denominators = (ad)/(bc)
Why do you invert fractions?
When you divide by fractions, you invert and multiply.
To divide real numbers as fractions multiply by the of the divisor?
" ... multiply by the RECIPROCAL of the divisor.
How do you divide simple fractions?
invert and multiply
What is the quotient when 5 of 8 is divided by 5 of 3?
To divide by a fraction, invert the divisor and multiply: 5/8 ÷ 5/3 = 5/8 x 3/5 = 3/8
How do you divide mixed numbers?
You turn the mixed numbers into improper fractions. Then invert the divisor and multiply the numerators, and multiply the denominators (because division by a fraction is multiplication by its inverse) and simplify if possible: Example: Problem 3 1/4 divided by 2 1/2 - improper factions 13/4 divided by 5/2 - invert second fraction 5/2 to 2/5 - multiply 13/4 x 2/5 = 26/20 which is equivalent to 13/10 or 1 3/10
What is a dividend and divisor?
A divisor is the greater number that is divided by the dividend number. A dividend is a number that is divided by he divisor or multiply
Why do you invert the divisor when you divide a fraction by a fraction?
Because that is just how it works mathematically If you divide one vulgar (or common) fraction by a second vulgar fraction, the rule is: Invert the second fraction and then multiply them together. It is too difficult to explain why this works, using typed explanation on the computer, but just accept that it works.
Is the divisor always less than the remainder?
because the divisor wont work when you multiply it??
How do you use the reciprocal of the divisor to find the answer to a division problem?
Multiply the reciprocal of the divisor by the dividend.
What is the largest remainder possible if the divisor is 10?
What is the largest remainder possible if the divisor is 10
What is 5 over 6 divided by 15 over 1?
To divide by a fraction, invert the divisor and multiply: 5/6 ÷ 15/1 = 5/6 x 1/15 = 5/6x3x5 = 1/18
