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QuizMultiple Choice
Finding a Rule for Dividing Fractions
Question 10 • FL-1205010-M/J Grade 6 Mathematics A-CR
Arianna solved a fraction division problem using the rule “multiply by the reciprocal.” Her work is shown below.Which is the most accurate description of Arianna’s work?
Answer
A
Arianna solved the problem correctly.B
Arianna multiplied the dividend by the divisor instead of finding the reciprocal.C
Arianna multiplied the denominators instead of finding a common denominator.D
Arianna multiplied with the reciprocal of the dividend instead of the reciprocal of the divisor.