Math Problem Statement

How many groups of 1/4 are in 6? Evaluate 6 ÷ 5/4.

Solution

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Problem 1: How many groups of 14\frac{1}{4} are in 6?

To find how many groups of 14\frac{1}{4} are in 6, we need to divide 6 by 14\frac{1}{4}:

6÷146 \div \frac{1}{4}

Dividing by a fraction is equivalent to multiplying by its reciprocal:

6×41=6×4=246 \times \frac{4}{1} = 6 \times 4 = 24

So, there are 24 groups of 14\frac{1}{4} in 6.

Problem 2: Evaluate 6÷546 \div \frac{5}{4}

To evaluate 6÷546 \div \frac{5}{4}, we need to multiply 6 by the reciprocal of 54\frac{5}{4}:

6×45=2456 \times \frac{4}{5} = \frac{24}{5}

Now, we convert 245\frac{24}{5} to a mixed number:

245=445\frac{24}{5} = 4 \frac{4}{5}

So, 6÷54=4456 \div \frac{5}{4} = 4 \frac{4}{5}.

Summary of Answers:

  1. There are 24 groups of 14\frac{1}{4} in 6.
  2. 6÷54=4456 \div \frac{5}{4} = 4 \frac{4}{5}.

Would you like more details on any of these solutions, or do you have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the reciprocal of a fraction, and why is it used in division problems?
  2. How can we visually represent dividing whole numbers by fractions using a number line?
  3. How do we convert improper fractions to mixed numbers?
  4. What is the process for solving problems involving division of fractions?
  5. Can you provide more examples of dividing a whole number by a fraction?

Tip: When dividing by a fraction, remember to multiply by its reciprocal!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Division
Fractions
Reciprocal
Improper Fractions
Mixed Numbers

Formulas

Dividing by a fraction: a ÷ b/c = a × c/b
Converting improper fractions to mixed numbers

Theorems

Reciprocal Property of Fractions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6