Division of fractions representations

One-half divided by one half represented with squares and rectangles

half divided by half shown with squares

 

One-half divided by one-fourth represented with squares and rectangles

 

Half divided by one-fourth

 

One-half divided by three-fourths represented with squares and rectangles

Half divided by three-fourths

 

One-half divided by three-fifths represented with squares and rectangles

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Half divvided by three-fifths

 

Discussion:When these representations are understood begin to connect to decimals.

Mind boggler:

 

Enjoy!

Dr. Robert Sweetland's notes
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