Question

How do I divide fractions by whole numbers?

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1. Multiply the bottom number of the fraction by the whole number

Step 2. Simplify the fraction (if needed)

Example:

1 ÷ 3

-

2

Step 1. Multiply the bottom number of the fraction by the whole number:

1

--------

2 x 3

Which equals:

1

--

16

Step 2. Fraction is already as simple as possible, so no need for step 2.

Answer:

1

-  ÷  3  =  1

2 --

6

Answer 2

Multiply the denominator of a fraction by a whole number and after you have done that,  simplify the fraction as sometimes needed.

You might want to watch a helpful video that will explain examples of how to do that if this doesn't help.