6th grade Q1
Creating your own problems involving division of fractions can be a fun way to practice math! Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you come up with your own word problem:
Step 1: Choose your fractions
Start by picking two fractions: . These fractions will be part of your division problem:
Step 2: Set up a story
Now, create a story that fits the problem. Let's say that a baker has some milk for baking cakes. The question is: how many cakes can he bake with the milk he has?
Step 3: Write down your problem
Write your problem clearly, including the fractions you chose and the story.
A baker has of a bottle of milk. He needs of a bottle for each cake. How many cakes can he make?
Step 4: Solve the problem
Before sharing your problem with others, make sure you solve it yourself. Show all your steps so you can explain it later.