Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is the process for dividing fractions?

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Keep, Change, Flip: Keep the first fraction, change the division sign to multiplication, and flip the second fraction.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is the result of 1/4 ÷ 2/5?

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5/8.

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How do you turn a whole number into an improper fraction?

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Put a 1 under it (e.g., 3 becomes 3/1).

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What is the simplest form of 12/25?

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12/25 is already in simplest form.

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What does it mean to 'flip' a fraction?

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To flip a fraction means to take its reciprocal, switching the numerator and denominator.

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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

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Keep the first fraction as it is.

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What is the second step in dividing fractions?

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Change the division sign to multiplication.