Practicing dividing fractions first in a straightforward equation, Sal translates those skills for use in a word problem later in the video. This lesson would be helpful for those who struggle to understand what word problems are truly...

There is no better way to present a math problem than within the context of a story. Sal explains how he divides a fraction to solve a word problem where he must determine how many shirts can be made with 48 yards of fabric. Problems...

Here is an example problem that requires Sal to divide by the reciprocal. He demonstrates dividing the fraction and rewriting it as a mixed number. Sal nicely explains why multiplying a fraction is the same as dividing it by its reciprocal.

How on earth do you divide a fraction? This video answers that question in just over one minute. You'll learn that you don't actually divide fractions, but multiply them by their reciprocal. The entire procedure is explained in this...

You want me to what? Divide fractions? Ok, breathe. Would it be better if you multiplied those fractions? Find out how to change a division of fractions into a multiplication of fractions.

The concept of dividing fractions is explored in this video. The instructor answers the question of whether or not one always has to invert fractions when multiplying. The answer is no, and she goes on to explain when one has to invert...

Dividing fractions! This clip begins with fraction circles described as parts of a whole, shows the actual fractions that represent the images, then defines what reciprocal means. Example problems employing the use of a reciprocal show...