Divide 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 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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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/2 = (2*2 + 1)/2 = 5/2.

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert each mixed number to an improper fraction.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor. For example, a/b ÷ c/d = a/b * d/c.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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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. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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Divide: 6 ½ ÷ 1 ½

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4 1/3

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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Divide: 5 ⅚ ÷ 1 ⅓

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4 3/8

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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Divide: 2 1/3 ÷ 7/11

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3 and 2/3

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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Divide: 1 3/4 ÷ 2 1/4

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7/9

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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Divide: 3 ÷ 1 1/8

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2 and 2/3