Mathematics·Fractions·procedural
Dividing fractions
Divide a fraction by a fraction using the 'keep-change-flip' method and visual models; interpret and solve word problems involving division of fractions by fractions
Suggested ages 11–12
Evidence of understanding
- Divide a fraction by a fraction using the reciprocal method
- Use visual fraction models to represent and explain fraction division
- Create story contexts for fraction division problems and solve them
Assessment prompt
If Dividing fractions has 3/4 of a litre of juice and each glass holds 3/8 of a litre, can they work out how many glasses they can fill — using fraction division?
Standards alignment
6.NS.1US · ccss-math
Interpret and Compute Quotients of Fractions
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · 6
KS3.Maths.Num.4GB · uk-nc-2013
The Four Operations
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 3