Lesson 4.4 Assignment: Multiplying and Dividing Mixed Numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you multiply mixed numbers?

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To multiply mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions, multiply the fractions, and then convert back to a mixed number if necessary.

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions before dividing.

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What is a reciprocal?

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors.

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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 that over the original denominator.

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