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

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.

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Key Points

How to change signs when diving 2 rational numbers

Like Signs: negative/negative = positive

Unlike Signs: positive/negative = negative.