Dividing Fractions
Lesson
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There are many ways to divide fractions:

In this lesson, we will explore the third method: measurement.  How can we use a ruler to divide fractions?  Let's see!!

Suppose you have the following problem:

3 ÷ ¼ =

• Think of a ruler. 
• Think of 3 inch mark on that ruler.
• Think of the ¼ marks between the end (0) and the 3 inch mark.
• How many sections do you have?

What is the equation shown by this model?

3 ÷ ¼ = 12

Let's try one more!  Look at the following model and solve!