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 and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator and 'b' is the 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 a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 ½.

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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 'a/b' is 'b/a', obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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What is the first step in dividing a mixed number by a fraction?

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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction.

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1 ½ ÷ ½ = ?

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3

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6 ÷ ⅓ = ?

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18

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How do you simplify the fraction 24/55?

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24/55 is already in its simplest form.

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4/9 ÷ 1/2 = ?

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8/9