Dividing Unit Fractions by Whole Numbers
I can divide a unit fraction by a whole number.
- Worksheet 16 problems. Models and Computation.
- Worksheet 26 problems. Find, Fix, and Work Backward.
- Worksheet 38 problems. Apply, Compare, and Design.
Grade 5 Fraction Division Worksheets
Use equal-sharing and grouping models to divide unit fractions by whole numbers and whole numbers by unit fractions. These are different situations, so interpret the quotient in context. Explain the size of the answer with a model before relying on a procedure.
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Clear filtersDividing Whole Numbers by Unit Fractions
I can divide a whole number by a unit fraction.
- Worksheet 16 problems. Models and Computation.
- Worksheet 26 problems. Find, Fix, and Work Backward.
- Worksheet 38 problems. Apply, Compare, and Design.
Solving Real-World Problems with Fraction Division
I can solve real-world fraction division problems.
- Worksheet 18 problems. Models and Computation.
- Worksheet 28 problems. Find, Fix, and Work Backward.
- Worksheet 38 problems. Apply, Compare, and Design.
Mixed Operations with Fractions
I can decide which fraction operation a problem needs.
- Worksheet 18 problems. Models and Computation.
- Worksheet 28 problems. Find, Fix, and Work Backward.
- Worksheet 38 problems. Apply, Compare, and Design.
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Ask the student to estimate, solve, and explain a check. Use the worked solutions after an independent attempt, then choose a different worksheet to apply the same skill in another way.
Read each worksheet description before choosing a task. Worksheet numbers are not difficulty ratings. Use a different form to apply the skill in a new way, not just to repeat the same questions.
Explore Grade 5 lessons or find a short topic quiz. Grade-level sequences vary; select the skills that match the student's current work.
Which PDF pages should I print?
Print page 1 for students. Page 2 contains worked solutions. Page 3 has optional book recommendations and is not needed for the activity.
When should students use the answer key?
Try the questions independently first. Then compare the steps, explain a correction, and check the result with a model or another method.
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