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Sixth Class maths · J.6 · Fraction division

Divide a fraction by a fraction

Multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction. Write a whole number or a fraction in lowest terms.

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  1. Divide: 1/4 ÷ 1/3

    Answer: 3/4

  2. Divide: 4/5 ÷ 3/4

    Answer: 16/15

  3. Divide: 1/3 ÷ 3/5

    Answer: 5/9

Tip: Multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction. Write a whole number or a fraction in lowest terms.

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