That is correct. To divide by a half, you are actually multiplying by two. ■
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Yes. One method for dividing fractions is to multiply the numerator fraction by the reciprocal of the denominator fraction.
Multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second. That is, flip the second fraction over and then multiply the two.
When dividing fractions, take the reciprocal of the second fraction, and multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. Example: (a/b)/(c/d)=(a/b)*(d/c)
Change the second fraction to its reciprocal. Multiply them.
Dividing by a fraction is equivalent to multiplying by its reciprocal. A reciprocal fraction is effectively "turning it upside-down". So, to divide by a faction, you should do as stated; turn the fraction upside-down and multiply.