Easy as Pie: Divide Fractions by Fractions #1

Simplify fraction division with this effective sixth-grade worksheet! Students will be introduced to the mnemonic “Dividing fractions is easy as pie…flip the second and multiply,” which can help them remember to flip the divisor and multiply the two fractions when faced with a fraction division equation. Students can solve eight fraction division problems using the helpful scaffolded format. 

This practice was designed to help students better understand how to perform fraction division. This concept can be tricky, as students will need to apply their understanding of both division and fractions while employing a new strategy of solving. Learning with the help of scaffolded problems and mnemonics can improve students’ retention of fraction division skills. 

This worksheet is the first in a series! Keep learning with Easy as Pie: Divide Fractions by Fractions #2.