Dividing Unit Fractions by Whole Numbers

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Objective

I can divide unit fractions by whole numbers using models and equations.

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

Explain what a unit fraction is and provide two examples of unit fractions.

2

Describe the process of dividing a unit fraction by a whole number using a model. Use the example of 1/4 divided by 3 to illustrate your explanation.

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Divide 1/4 by 3. Show your work using a model and write the corresponding equation. Divide 1/5 by 2. Show your work using a model and write the corresponding equation.

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