Divide Fractions Word Problems Worksheet

Printable “Dividing Fractions” Worksheets:
Divide Fractions by Whole Numbers
Divide Whole Numbers by Fractions
Divide Fractions by Fractions
Divide Mixed Numbers
Divide Fractions Word Problems

Free printable and online worksheets to help Grade 6 students practice dividing fractions word problems. The fraction word problems include Divide Fractions by Whole Numbers, Divide Whole Numbers by Fractions, and Divide Fractions by Fractions.

How to solve dividing fractions word problems?

1. Read the Problem Carefully:
   Understand the context of the problem and what is being asked. Pay attention to the quantities involved and any specific instructions provided.
2. Identify the Fractions:
   Determine which fractions are involved in the problem and which one is being divided by the other.
3. Convert Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions (if necessary):
   If any mixed numbers are present, convert them to improper fractions. To do this, multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator. Place the result over the original denominator.
4. Set Up the Division:
   Write the division as a multiplication problem by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.
5. Perform the Multiplication and Simplify (if necessary):
6. Check the Solution:
   Verify that the answer makes sense in the context of the problem.

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Divide Fraction Word Problem Worksheet #1 (Divide Fraction by Whole Number)
Divide Fraction Word Problem Worksheet #2 (Divide Fraction by Whole Number)
Divide Fraction Word Problem Worksheet #3 (Divide Whole Number by Fraction)
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