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Before you begin
Interpret division by a fraction as a number of equal groups and explain why multiplying by the reciprocal gives the same result.
Learning goals
- Divide a proper fraction by a whole number
- Divide a whole number by a proper fraction
- Divide a proper fraction by a proper fraction
Syllabus statements covered
- Dividing a proper fraction by a whole number without calculator
- Dividing a whole number/proper fraction by a proper fraction without calculator
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Divide by fractions
Interpret a quotient as a number of equal groups and explain reciprocal multiplication.