Dividing Mixed Numbers

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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 2 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. For example, 2 1/2 = (2*2 + 1)/2 = 5/2.

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert each mixed number to an improper fraction.

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How do you divide fractions?

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What does it mean to write a fraction in simplest form?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the result of dividing a whole number by a fraction?

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Dividing a whole number by a fraction is equivalent to multiplying the whole number by the reciprocal of the fraction.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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