Dividing Whole Numbers by Fractions

6th Grade•55 minutes

Learning Objective

I can divide whole numbers by fractions using models and equations.

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.

To rewrite a whole number as a fraction, put the whole number over 1, then you can multiply straight across.

When you get an improper fraction as an answer, you need to convert it to a mixed number to get your final answer.

This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. What are the three steps to remember when dividing a whole number by a fraction, as mentioned in the video?

2. Explain what it means to 'flip' a fraction and what the flipped fraction is called.

3. Rewrite the whole number 5 as a fraction.

...and 9 more questions

How to Divide a Whole Number by a Fraction | Math with Mr. J

Math with Mr. J