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Why zero divided by five works, while five divided by zero does not
Use multiplication and equal groups to explain why zero divided by five is zero, while division by zero has no defined answer in ordinary arithmetic.
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Why Dividing by a Fraction Can Make the Answer Bigger
Use paper strips to see why dividing by one half gives twice as many pieces, then connect the picture to the reciprocal calculation.