Dividing Whole Numbers by Fractions
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Objective
I can divide whole numbers by fractions using models and equations.
Part 1 of 4
Warm-up video
Math with Mr. J · 4:33Vetted channel
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Part 2 of 4
Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
When dividing a whole number by a fraction, you can use the 'keep, switch, flip' method, which is also known as multiplying by the reciprocal.
- 2
To rewrite a whole number as a fraction, put the whole number over 1, then you can multiply straight across.
- 3
When you get an improper fraction as an answer, you need to convert it to a mixed number to get your final answer.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
12 questions
What are the three steps to remember when dividing a whole number by a fraction, as mentioned in the video?
Explain what it means to 'flip' a fraction and what the flipped fraction is called.
Part 4 of 4
Exit ticket
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“Question 1: Solve 5 ÷ (1/3) using the keep, switch, flip method. Show each step. Question 2: Solve 8 ÷ (3/4) using the keep, switch, flip method. Show each step and write your answer as a mixed number.”
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