Dividing Fractions

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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.

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Convert the mixed number 5 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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23/4

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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, such as 9/4.

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

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

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Convert the improper fraction 98/10 to a mixed number.

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9 4/5

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What is the process for dividing 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 the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator, such as the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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Calculate 4 3/4 ÷ 1 1/2.

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3 2/12 or 3 1/6.

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What does it mean for fractions to be equivalent?

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Fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, such as 1/2 and 2/4.