Ch. 4-4 Dividing Mixed Numbers HW

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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 an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the numerator of the fraction.

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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 other than 1.

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Then simplify if possible.

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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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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest number that can be a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find the least common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 3/4.