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How do you divide fractions in sixth grade?
When you divide fractions, you actually multiply them and use the reciprical. For example: 3/8 divided by 1/5 3/8 x 5/1 ------> 5/1 is the reciprical of 1/5 (you just flip them) so 3/8 x 5/1=15/8 which = 1 and 7/8 <------that is your answer
What is five equivalent fractions for seven eight's?
Multiply 7 and 8 by any number (the same number) to get equivalent fractions. If you multiply by one, however, you might be surprised by what you get.
How can you use models to multiply fractions?
No, you cannot use models to multiply fractions!!
How do you change the fractions to like fractions?
To convert unlike fractions to like fractions, it is necessary to find the LCM of the unlike denominators. This will give you the least common denominator. Example: 1/3 and 1/8. The LCM of 3 and 8 is 24. To convert 3rds to 24ths, multiply the numerator and the denominator by 8. To convert 8ths to 24ths, multiply the numerator and the denominator by 3. 1/3 + 1/8 = 8/24 + 3/24 = 11/24
When you multiply two fractions together do you cross multiply?
No.1/8 * 1/41 * 1 and 8 * 4= 1/32=======multiply straight across; numerator times numerator and denominator times denominator
