How to Divide Two Rational Numbers: Step-by-Step Guide
BY Team Aakash Byju's
Rational Number Definition: A number should be expressed as p/q, where p and q are integers and q≠0 is referred to be a rational number.
Rational Numbers
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The set of Rational numbers is represented by the letter "Q."
Division of Two Rational Numbers
When we divide rational numbers, we multiply the first fraction (the dividend) by the reciprocal of the second fraction (the divisor).
Reciprocal of a Rational Number
For any two rational numbers a, b
if a x b = b x a = 1, then
a, b are said to be reciprocals to each other.
Example
Key Points
How to change signs when diving 2 rational numbers
Like Signs:
negative/negative = positive
Unlike Signs: positive/negative = negative.