REVIEW: Divide Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is the reciprocal of 5?

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1/5

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Divide and simplify: 1/4 ÷ 2/5

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5/8

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Divide and simplify: 4/9 ÷ 1/2

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8/9

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Melinda has 10 1/2 cups of flour. The recipe calls for 2 1/3 cups for one loaf. How many loaves can she bake?

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4 1/2 loaves

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Divide and simplify: 2 1/4 ÷ 4 1/5

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15/28

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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.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor.

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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 an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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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 and add the numerator, then place that over the original denominator.