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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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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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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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Divide: 4 ¾ ÷ ⅞

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5 3/7

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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Divide: 6 ½ ÷ 3 ¼. Write in the simplest form.

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2

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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Divide: 7 4/5 ÷ 1/5. Write in the simplest form.

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39

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Divide: 6 3/5 ÷ 2 3/4. Write in the simplest form.

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2 2/5

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CCSS.6.NS.A.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.