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Dividing Fractions by Whole Numbers |
Dividing Fractions by Whole Numbers
Here are the steps to divide a fraction by a whole number
- Multiply the denominator of the fraction by the whole number.
- If possible, simplify the resultant fraction
Example 1
4⁄5 ÷ 3 = 4⁄(3 * 5) = 4⁄15
Example 2
6⁄7 ÷ 2 = 6⁄(2 * 7) = 6⁄14 = 3⁄7 (Simplified)
Please note that a whole number can also be considered as a fraction by considering its denominator as 1. It, then becomes similar to dividing two fractions