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Dividing Fractions WORKSHEET

Suitable for Grades: 6th Grade
CCSS: 6.NS.A.1
CCSS Description: Interpret and compute quotients of fractions, and solve word problems involving division of fractions by fractions, e.g., by using visual fraction models and equations to represent the problem. For example, create a story context for (2/3) ÷ (3/4) and use a visual fraction model to show the quotient; use the relationship between multiplication and division to explain that (2/3) ÷ (3/4) = 8/9 because 3/4 of 8/9 is 2/3. (In general, (a/b) ÷ (c/d) = ad/bc.) How much chocolate will each person get if 3 people share 1/2 lb of chocolate equally? How many 3/4-cup servings are in 2/3 of a cup of yogurt? How wide is a rectangular strip of land with length 3/4 mi and area 1/2 square mi?

Dividing Fractions WORKSHEET DESCRIPTION

Take a deep dive into dividing fractions with this worksheet.

Dividing fractions begins with securing understanding of what a reciprocal is and how to find the reciprocal of any number.

Section B uses imagery to explain division of integers by fractions followed by six questions for students to try for themselves.

Next, section C progresses to learners to dividing a pair of fractions, including negative fractions and mixed numbers.

Give students a chance to articulate their knowledge in section D with spot, explain and correct the mistakes questions. These are designed to highlight common misconceptions that arise.

Sections E and F really challenge your students' thinking and knowledge of dividing fractions as they work with algebraic fractions and finish with two challenge puzzles.