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Standard practice

Only the divisor is replaced by its reciprocal.

How many 1/8 pieces fit in 3/4?

Fraction division rewrites “how many of these fit” as multiplication by the reciprocal. Multiplying the fractions without inverting answers a shrinking, “part of a part” question.

Problem 1 of 9. Activate, study a model, try guided items, work independently, apply, and reflect.

How many groups of 2 fit in 8? Use whole numbers.

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