How to Divide Fractions?

The division of fractions can be classified in three different ways. They are Let us discuss all these three methods in a detailed way Dividing Fraction by a Fraction In three simple steps, we can solve the division of fractions…

Dividing Fractions

Dividing fractions is equal to the multiplication of a fraction by the reciprocal of another fraction. A fraction has a numerator and a denominator. When we divide one fraction by another, then we almost multiply the fractions with a twist.    Steps…

Multiplying Fractions

Q1 What is meant by fractions? The fraction is defined as the ratio of two numbers. It generally represents the parts of the whole. The fraction can be written in the form “a Where, the top number “a” is called…

Solved Examples

We can write,  21/3 = 7/3 Now multiply 7/3 and 3 7/3 x 3 = 7 We can write,  11/2 = 3/2 21/5 = 11/5 Now multiply both the fractions. 3/2 x 11/5 (3 x 11)/(2 x 5) 33/10 Now convert 33/10 into…

Multiplying Fractions with Variables

Now, consider the fraction is multiplied with a variable, then the results or outcome will be as per the below example. Example 7: Multiply 5x/2y × 2x/3z Solution: Given, 5x/2y × 2x/3z Therefore, we can solve the above-given expression as;5⁢�×2⁢�2⁢�×3⁢�=10⁢�26⁢�⁢� Properties of…