Dividing Fractions Review

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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 2/3.

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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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Convert 5 3/4 into an improper fraction.

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23/4.

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What is the process to convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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1 5/6.

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2 5/7.

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What does dividing fractions involve?

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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 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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What is the first step in dividing fractions?

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Find the reciprocal of the second fraction.