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Dividing Fractions


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Dividing a fraction is very similar to multiplication of fractions. The only difference is the second fraction is turned upside down and then we multiply.

Example:

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Look at the example below. In this one the answer turns out to be a mixed number.

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Now try the example below on your own. You should get an answer of 3 1/3:

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