Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, consisting of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 1 1/2.

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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 the result over the original denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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What is the result of dividing 1/4 by 2/5?

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5/8.

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What is the result of dividing 5 by 1/5?

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25.

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What is the result of dividing 7/8 by 4?

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7/32.

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What is the result of dividing 3 1/4 by 3?

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1 1/12.