Explain why the denominator does not change when you are counting by the unit fraction 1
··4
to reach 3
··4 .

Yes, when dividing a whole number by a unit fraction, multiplying the whole number by the unit fraction's denominator always works! a divided by (1/b) = a times (b/1) = (a/1) times (b/1) = ab/1 = ab. Have a blessed, wonderful day! Comment on Ian Pulizzotto's post “Yes, when dividing a whole number by a unit fracti...”